On Wednesday, January 25, 2023, the Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit (SVU), received a report of possible Sexual Exploitation of a minor. During the investigation, Detectives found reason to believe that a resident in Mebane, N.C., allegedly uploaded child sexual abuse material via the internet.
On Friday, February 3, 2023, the Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit along with the SVU and the Electronic Forensics Intelligence Team (EFIT), executed a search warrant at 207 W Holt St., Mebane, N.C., in reference to the investigation.
After the search of a computer at the residence, probable cause was established to charge and arrest the resident, Barrie William Oblinger. Mr. Oblinger was transported to the Alamance County Detention Center.
Name: Barrie William Oblinger W/M/70
Address: 207 W. Holt St., Mebane, N.C.
Charges: 2cts: Felony Second Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, 1ct: Felony 3rd Degree Sexual Exploitation of a Minor, 1ct: Misdemeanor Simple Possession of Marijuana, 1ct: Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana Paraphernalia
Bond: $125,000.00 secured
