Suspect wanted in sexual abuse of three children in LaGrange
A suspect is wanted after a student reported sexual abuse to a school faculty member in LaGrange.
Police responded to a school within the city after the student reported ongoing sexual abuse of themselves, and their siblings, to a faculty member on April 12, 2024.
“The abuse had been ongoing for several years,” police said. “The siblings were located and also interviewed, and witnesses were also met with to corroborate the allegations being made.”
The offender was identified as Jeremy William Powell, who was known to the victims at the time of the incidents. Warrants were issued for Powell’s arrest, to include rape, child molestation, and numerous other offenses. He remains at large at this time.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the LaGrange Police Department at 706-883-2603 or Detective Horseman at (706) 883-2658. Information can also be reported anonymously to Troup County Crime Stoppers at 706-812-1000 and callers may be eligible for a cash reward.
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