Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced the arrest of a Thibodaux man for child pornography and child molestation charges. Helbert Young, 52, was arrested on Tuesday.

Juvenile detectives recently began an investigation into Young after learning he allegedly had sexual contact with a teenager. They also learned he recorded the incident and kept the video. In speaking to investigators, Young admitted to his involvement.

Young was arrested and booked into the Lafourche Parish Correctional Complex in Thibodaux. He was charged with pornography involving juveniles and molestation of a juvenile. Bail is set at $500,000.

Due to the nature of the investigation, no further details can be made available.