Man Charged with Child Molestation; Woman Accused of Contributing to Delinquency

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August 9, 2024

According to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department, a Booneville man has been charged with multiple counts of molestation following an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse of a child.

Nicholis Matthew Thill (left) Kaitlyn Elizabeth Thill (right)Photo byPrentiss County Sheriffs Department

Nicholis Matthew Thill, 32, of Booneville, has been charged with four counts of molestation, specifically for touching a child under the age of 16 for lustful purposes. His bond has been set at $75,000, with a no-contact order in place.

Kaitlyn Elizabeth Thill, 32, also from Booneville, faces one count of contributing to the delinquency or neglect of a child. Her bond has been set at $25,000, accompanied by a no-contact order.

The charges come after a report was made to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department by Child Protective Services. A forensic interview revealed details leading to the charges against the Thills.

The case will be presented to the next Prentiss County Grand Jury by Investigator Torie Jumper. The investigation has been supported by Deputies Dennis Peeks and Kolby Knight, as well as Investigators Jason Chism, Aaron Stolz, and the Tupelo Police Department.