Catawba County, NC – An internet crime tip has resulted in the arrest of a Catawba County man on multiple
charges of sexual exploitation of a minor. Investigators with the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office received a
cyber tip referencing suspicious online activity potentially involving child exploitation. An investigation led to
the identification and arrest of Douglas Christopher Keith Maw, 30, of Hickory, NC.
Maw has been charged with ten (10) counts of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor. Maw is currently
held in the Catawba County Detention Facility under a $200,000 secured bond. Maw has a court appearance
scheduled for May 14th, 2025.
“Our Special Victims Unit is focused on protecting our children who are among the most vulnerable members
of our community,” said Sheriff Don Brown. “We will pursue anyone who attempts to exploit children, both
online and in person.”
Anyone with information about illegal internet activity is encouraged to submit a tip through our confidential
tipline, 828-466-ATIP (2847), our website, or the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office mobile application.
Douglas Christopher Keith Maw,