Sailor & Wife Arrested for Child Abuse in Newport News
Molly & Cheyenne Nalin were both booked into the Newport News City Jail on Child Abuse/Neglect charges after an incident involving the couples young child. Molly has since been released however Cheyenne Nalin remains in custody at the Newport News City Jail
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Cheyenne Starr Nalin & Molly Janay Nalin have been charged with Child Abuse /w Serious Injury
Next Court Date: March 12, 2026 Preliminary Hearing
Update 1/25/2026 Molly's attorney is listed in court records as Artisha Todd Gregg with the The Gregg Law Group out of Norfolk, Virginia.
Cheyenne Starr Nalin Mug Shot Dec. 4, 2024
Cheyenne Nalin DOB: May 19, 2005
Cheyenne Starr Nalin remains in custody at the Newport News City Jail
Cheyenne Starr Nalin was placed under arrest on 12/04/2025.
Molly Janay Nalin's Mug Shot Dec. 16, 2024 (released)
Molly Nalin DOB: May 24, 2005
12/13/2025 Molly Nalin was released from custody and is currently on bond.
An arrest warrant was issued for Molly Nalin on 12/04/2025. Nalin was placed under arrest on Nalin turned herself into the jail 12/17/2025.
On 12/5/2025 (day after child abuse claim) Molly Nalin was cited for a city code violation of: SEIZE/IMPOUND ANIMAL
On 12/18/2024 Molly Nalin was clocked doing 95 in a 65 MPH zone in Goochland, Virginia
Molly Janay Nalin on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/molly.nalin
The 19-year-old from Oklahoma City, born on May 24, 2005, stands at 5'8" and weighs 130lbs.
Police Ping Search for Molly Nalin https://policeping.com/results/index.php?name=Molly+Nalin
Married to Cheyenne Starr Nalin on July 3, 2024, the couple relocated to Virginia in November 2024.
The allegations against Molly and Cheyenne paint a picture of two woman who failed to fulfill their most basic duty as a caregivers. Instead of protecting and nurturing the vulnerable, they chose to inflict harm and neglect on the one who depended on them the most. This betrayal of trust is nothing short of despicable and warrants the harshest of condemnations.
View live inmate status:
https://vinelink.vineapps.com/person-detail/offender/51867731;tabIndexToSelect=0
Data provided by Virginia Court Records https://eapps.courts.state.va.us/ocis/search
As a member of the U.S. Navy, Molly Nalin held a position of authority and responsibility. The fact that she abused this power to harm an innocent child is not only a personal disgrace but also a stain on the reputation of the military institution she represents. Such behavior cannot and should not be tolerated in any capacity, especially within an organization dedicated to upholding the values of honor, courage, and commitment.
Molly on board USS George H.W. Bush Aug 2025
Arresting officer listed as Chevalier Jacob Olivares
This is a developing story, check back soon for more details
