Authorities in Louisiana Asking for Help Locating Suspect in Ongoing Rape Investigation
Published December 30, 2022
Authorities in Louisiana Asking for Help Locating Suspect in Ongoing Rape Investigation
Shreveport, Louisiana - The Shreveport Police Department revealed on December 29, 2022, that authorities are looking for a suspect accused of rape in an ongoing investigation.
Shreveport Police were called on May 19, 2022, to a report of a juvenile sexual assault. 41-year-old Christopher McKnight reportedly assaulted the victim at a local motel.
Detectives conducted an investigation, gathered evidence, and obtained a warrant charging McKnight with one count of Second-Degree Rape. There was no bail imposed.
McKnight was last seen in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
The Shreveport Caddo Crime Stoppers organization will provide a $1,000 reward for information leading to McKnight's arrest. Anonymous tips can be left by phoning 318-673-7373 or using their app P3Tips.
A person is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
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