On Friday, July 12, 34-year-old Mark Andrew Leigh, of Hattiesburg, confessed to involvement in internet crime and possession of child pornography.
He was arrested by Hattiesburg Police and charged with one count of Child Exploitation – Possession of Child Pornography.
Leigh is currently held at Forrest County Jail.
The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
Authorities urge the community to report any related suspicious activities.
Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Hattiesburg Police Department anonymously through their hotline.
