Rape Suspect Being Sought By Lafayette Investigators

The Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office is looking for 24-year-old man for allegedly raping a 16-year-old.

Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Captain John Babin says Theron James Charles is wanted on a charge of second degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile.

The charges come from an investigation into the rape case.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Theron Charles is encouraged to call the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office at 337-236-5620 or 337-236-5895.