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Navy pilot accused of preying on minors online faces new charges

Posted at 12:55 AM, Oct 09, 2014
and last updated 2014-10-09 00:55:05-04
Daniel Harris

Daniel Harris

NORFOLK, Va. –A Navy pilot from Bedford accused of preying on girls online is facing more charges.

Daniel Harris pleaded not guilty Tuesday in Norfolk Federal Court to charges that include enticing minors to engage in sexual activity, child pornography and obstruction of justice.

WTKR reportsthat prosecutors accuse Harris of contacting nine girls to send him nude photos and videos.

Harris was originally accused of reaching out to four victims when he was arrested in April.

The 31-year-old said police coerced him into a confession.

Harris’ trial is set for Feb. 17.