RALEIGH, N.C. (NCN News) — The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has arrested former Aberdeen Police Lieutenant Leigh Ann Brooks.
On Dec. 2, 2025, the Aberdeen Police Chief asked the SBI to initiate an investigation after his department received an allegation of sexual assault. SBI agents recently completed a thorough investigation and presented the findings to the
Hoke County District Attorney’s Office for review. As a result, Brooks has now been charged with the following crimes:
— 5 counts of Felony Indecent Liberties with a Child
— 4 counts of Felony Statutory Rape/Sex Offense of a Child
— 1 count of Felony Sex Offense – Parental Role
Brooks was taken into custody by members of the SBI on Wednesday (Sept. 8) . She was transported to the Hoke County Detention Center, where she was brought before a Magistrate. Brooks received no bond and will have a first appearance soon.