A man is in custody in Pearl River County on child exploitation charges.
The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department, with the assistance of Homeland Security Investigations Gulfport Field Office, executed an arrest warrant on Robert Leslie Pullens following a thorough investigation. Pullens was subsequently charged with four counts of Exploitation of Children.
On August 21, 2025, Robert Leslie Pullens appeared before the Honorable Justice Court Judge Jason Hunt for his initial court appearance. During this proceeding, Judge Hunt denied bond, and Pullens remains in custody at the Lenoir Rowell Criminal Justice Center.
“This arrest reflects our steadfast commitment and dedication to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community,” the department said in a release Thursday evening. “We remain unwavering in our pursuit of justice for offenses involving children.”
This remains an active investigation, and no additional details are available at this time. If you have information involving Robert Leslie Pullens, or believe you may be a victim, please contact the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department Criminal Investigations Division at 601-403-2530 or 601-749-5482.
