PIERRE PART, La. (BRPROUD) — A Pierre Part man is facing rape charges after luring then sexually assaulting a child in his home.
The Assumption Parish Sheriff’s Office (APSO) began the investigation as a possible kidnapping before learning that the suspect allegedly committed multiple sex crimes.
Through further investigation, detectives learned that the child was lured by 32-year-old suspect Richard Paul Allemond, Jr., with the promise of providing candy.
Allemond was arrested and booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Facility.
The 32-year-old man faces these charges:
- First Degree Rape
- Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile
- Sexual Battery
Allemond’s bond is set at $500,000.
This investigation remains ongoing.