Daniel Ray McCloy, a 35-year-old resident of Jack Crowell Road in Eros, is facing three new counts of first-degree rape following an ongoing investigation, according to a March 9 statement from Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office. McCloy had previously been arrested in January for 504 counts of possession of child sexual abuse material by agents with the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation.
The case is significant as it highlights the continued efforts by law enforcement agencies to address crimes involving child exploitation and sexual assault. The Louisiana Department of Justice serves as the primary legal office for the state, operating under an independently elected attorney general according to its official website.
Two of the new rape charges stem from an investigation conducted by the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation, while an additional count was charged by the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office. McCloy remains in custody at Ouachita Parish Jail following his initial arrest, which began after a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The joint investigation involved multiple agencies including the Louisiana Bureau of Investigation, Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, Louisiana Probation & Parole, Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office, Jackson Parish Sheriff’s Office, and West Monroe Police Department.
Attorney General Liz Murrill said, “This is why I support the death penalty for child rapists. My prayers are with the victims in this case. I want to thank our law enforcement partners who assisted our office in making an arrest in this disturbing case.” Murrill leads the Louisiana Department of Justice as attorney general according to its official website. She has challenged federal overreach in more than 35 cases according to information provided by her office.
The bond amount for McCloy’s latest charges has not been disclosed. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with tips or information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Louisiana Department of Justice at 225-326-6780.
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