New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office detention officer facing criminal charges

A detention officer in New Hanover County has been criminally charged by the Wilmington Police Department. 

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A detention officer in New Hanover County has been criminally charged by the Wilmington Police Department.

Q.A. James is charged with two felony counts of secretly using a photographic device to view another’s body.

James was hired on December 29, 2020, in the New Hanover County Detention Facility as a Detention Officer. He was terminated and charged on Thursday afternoon.

James received a $10,000 secured bond.

More information about James’ employment is set to be shared on Friday by the Sheriff’s Office.