A candidate for a law enforcement position is facing serious charges. He allegedly committed crimes against two young girls approximately 20 years ago. The accusations are of a sexual nature and involve victims who were 13 years old at the time.
Sheriff Doug Hebert has spoken about the case to KPLC-TV. The suspect was running for police chief in a small village. Further details about the allegations and the investigation are available from the source.
The village where the suspect was a candidate for police chief is located near DeRidder, and the suspect has been arrested.
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