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Alexander County Man Now Facing More Child-Sex Related Offenses

August 6, 2025 By Richard C. Gilbert

Walter Stephen Johnson

A Stony Point man is facing additional child-sex related charges.

As previously reported, Walter Stephen Johnson, age 68, was arrested by the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office on July 14th. He was charged at that time with 3-felony counts of indecent liberties with a child. His initial bond was set at $250,000.

It was also reported that Johnson was charged with 5 additional counts of felony sex-offense with a child counts on July 18th. These charges involved an alleged 2nd victim. Bond was increased to $1.225 million.

Last week investigators filed 4 counts of indecent liberties with a child against Johnson. His bond now stands at $1.450 million. He remains in custody.

Court appearances are scheduled for August 11, 18 and September 15 in Taylorsville.

Photo: Alexander County Sheriff’s Office

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