Leland Man Charged with Multiple Felony Sex Offenses Involving a Child
A Leland, NC man, 30-year-old Marque Leon Matthews, has been charged with three felony sex offenses, including statutory rape and sexual offense involving a child, following an investigation by the Leland Police Department. The alleged offenses reportedly occurred in April…
Wilmington, NC, September 29, 2026 — A 30-year-old resident of Leland, North Carolina, has been arrested and charged with three felony sex offenses. The individual identified as Marque Leon Matthews faces charges including statutory rape and sexual offense involving a child.
The Leland Police Department conducted an investigation that led to these charges. According to information provided, the alleged offenses reportedly took place in April of 2025.
Matthews was arrested on September 28. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the investigation or the arrest beyond the charges themselves were not provided in the initial summary. The investigation into these alleged offenses remains ongoing, with further details expected as the case progresses.
As of his arrest, Marque Leon Matthews is being held at the Brunswick County Detention Center. Information regarding bond was stated as “without bond,” meaning he is currently detained and cannot be released on bail.
The charges brought against Matthews are serious felony offenses. Statutory rape and sexual offense involving a child carry significant penalties under North Carolina law. The precise timeline of the alleged events places them in April 2025, with the arrest occurring later the same year on September 28.
The Leland Police Department has not released further information regarding the investigation’s current status or potential next steps. The suspect remains in custody at the Brunswick County Detention Center, awaiting further legal proceedings.
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