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Hartselle Today
By the People, for the People
Hartselle Man Charged with Torture and Abuse of Child
37-year-old William Hunter Nance arrested after investigation by Hartselle Police
Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:50pm
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A 37-year-old Hartselle, Alabama man named William Hunter Nance has been arrested and charged with one count of Torture and Willful Abuse of a child. The charges stem from a child abuse report filed by the Morgan County Department of Human Resources with the Hartselle Police, which led to a lengthy investigation resulting in Nance's arrest. Nance is currently being held in the Morgan County Jail on a $50,000 bond.
Why it matters
Child abuse and neglect cases are deeply concerning for any community, as they involve the mistreatment of the most vulnerable members of society. This arrest highlights the importance of vigilant reporting and thorough investigations by local authorities to protect children from harm.
The details
According to the report, in February the Morgan County Department of Human Resources filed a child abuse complaint with the Hartselle Police Department, which launched an investigation into 37-year-old William Hunter Nance. After a lengthy investigation, Nance was arrested and charged with one count of Torture and Willful Abuse of a child.
- In February, the Morgan County Department of Human Resources filed a child abuse report to Hartselle Police.
- After a lengthy investigation, Nance was arrested on March 13, 2026.
The players
William Hunter Nance
A 37-year-old Hartselle, Alabama resident who has been charged with one count of Torture and Willful Abuse of a child.
Morgan County Department of Human Resources
The agency that filed the initial child abuse report with Hartselle Police, which led to the investigation and arrest of William Hunter Nance.
Hartselle Police Department
The law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation into the child abuse allegations against William Hunter Nance, resulting in his arrest.
What’s next
Nance is currently being held in the Morgan County Jail on a $50,000 bond. The judge will determine whether to grant him bail at a future hearing.
The takeaway
This case underscores the critical role that vigilant reporting and thorough investigations by child welfare agencies and law enforcement play in protecting vulnerable children from abuse and neglect within their communities.
