POWHATAN COUNTY, Va. — Joseph Edward Parker, the 50-year-old owner and operator of Fast Feet Sports Academy in Powhatan, has been arrested on multiple charges, including aggravated sexual battery and indecent liberties with a child. Parker faces four counts of aggravated sexual battery of a child under the age of 13, and two counts of taking indecent liberties with a child by a person in a custodial or supervisory role.
According to the Powhatan County Sheriff’s Office, the charges stem from an ongoing investigation into allegations involving Parker’s actions with a minor. Authorities did not disclose further details regarding the victim or the exact nature of the incidents.
Fast Feet Sports Academy, located at 2140 Carter Gallier Boulevard, has been a local sports training facility specializing in youth athletic development. Parker’s arrest has raised concerns within the community, especially among parents and families who had entrusted their children to the academy’s programs.
Parker is currently being held without bond, and his arraignment is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Friday, March 21, at Powhatan General District Court. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the investigation or the academy to come forward and contact the Powhatan County Sheriff’s Office at 804-598-5656.
The investigation remains ongoing, and officials are working diligently to gather further information. The sheriff’s office has emphasized the importance of community cooperation as they continue to examine the circumstances surrounding these charges.
This case highlights the serious responsibility individuals in positions of trust, such as those who work with children, have in ensuring the safety and well-being of minors. As the investigation progresses, authorities are encouraging the public to remain vigilant and report any relevant information that may assist in the case.
