The MPD arrested a 48-year-old woman and charged her with five counts of Third-degree Exploitation of a Minor

 MOORESVILLE, N.C. — The Mooresville Police Department arrested a 48-year-old woman and charged her with five counts of Third-degree Exploitation of a Minor in connection with an ongoing online child exploitation investigation.

On October 27, 2026, Mooresville Police Department detectives executed a search warrant at 139 Hedgewood Drive in Mooresville. Jennifer Gray, 48, the subject of the investigation, was located inside the residence during the operation. Her personal electronic devices were seized at the scene for forensic analysis. Subsequent examination of the devices by investigators revealed numerous files containing child sexual abuse material.

Gray was taken into custody without incident and charged with:

• 5 counts of Third-Degree Exploitation of a Minor

She was transported to the Iredell County Jail, where she was processed and held under a $300,000 bond.

Authorities emphasize that this is an active and ongoing investigation.  Anyone with information about this case or other suspected child exploitation is asked to contact the Mooresville Police Department at 704-664-3311.

The Mooresville Police Department takes crimes against children very seriously and is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of our community’s youth. Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their children’s online activity and report any suspicious behavior to law enforcement immediately.