Huger man charged with repeated sexual assault of child

50-year-old Kelon Renordo Hardin accused of assaulting victim under 10 years old over 18-month period

Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:38pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a broken doll's plastic eye, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The harsh flash illumination of a child's discarded toy evokes the disturbing reality of sexual abuse and the need for vigilance to protect the vulnerable.

The Charleston Police Department has announced the arrest of 50-year-old Kelon Renordo Hardin, a Huger, South Carolina resident, who is accused of sexually assaulting a child under the age of 10 multiple times between January 2024 and August 2025. Hardin faces two counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the first degree.

Why it matters

This case highlights the critical need for vigilance and action against child sexual abuse, which can have devastating long-term impacts on victims. It also underscores the importance of robust law enforcement efforts to investigate and prosecute such heinous crimes to protect vulnerable members of the community.

The details

According to police, Hardin allegedly assaulted the child in a home over the 18-month period. He was taken into custody on March 27 following a police investigation. Hardin has a prior history of domestic violence charges in 2023 and 2024.

  • Alleged assaults occurred between January 2024 and August 2025.
  • Hardin was arrested on March 27, 2026.

The players

Kelon Renordo Hardin

A 50-year-old resident of Huger, South Carolina who has been charged with two counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor in the first degree.

Charleston Police Department

The law enforcement agency that announced Hardin's arrest and is investigating the alleged sexual assaults.

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What they’re saying

“Anyone who is themselves or knows a victim of sexual abuse or assault should notify law enforcement or seek additional resources locally through Tri-County SPEAKS.”

— Charleston Police Department

What’s next

Hardin is currently being held at the Al Cannon Detention Center. The judge will determine whether to grant him bail at a future court hearing.

The takeaway

This disturbing case underscores the critical importance of robust law enforcement efforts to investigate and prosecute child sexual abuse crimes, as well as the need for greater community awareness and support services to protect vulnerable children and help survivors heal.