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FCSO: Belt beating left behind bruises

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Troy Miles (Source: FCSO) Troy Miles (Source: FCSO)

FLORENCE COUNTY, SC (WMBF) A Coward man has been charged with cruelty to children after deputies say he hit a child with a belt and left bruises behind in December.

Capt. Mike Nunn, spokesman for the Florence County Sheriff's Office, told WMBF News Troy Miles, 32, is accused of striking an 11-year-old child in his custody  with a belt numerous times, leaving behind bruises that could be seen on Dec. 8.

If Miles is convicted, he faces a punishment of up to 30 days in jail and a fine of up to $200.

Nunn said Miles was released from the Florence County Detention Center on a personal recognizance bond.

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