Delcambre Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes in Lafayette Parish

LAFAYETTE, LA (KPEL News) — A man from Delcambre is now behind bars in Lafayette Parish after turning himself in to authorities in connection with multiple sex crime allegations involving a juvenile.

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According to the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office, 37-year-old Reni James Landry surrendered to authorities on Monday after multiple warrants were issued for his arrest following an investigation.

Landry Faces the Following Charges:

• First Degree Rape
• Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile
• Two Counts of Sexual Battery
• Oral Sexual Battery

Officials have not provided details regarding the circumstances surrounding the case; however, the investigation is ongoing.

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The Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office urges anyone with information regarding this case to contact local authorities.

If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual abuse, help is available. Call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.

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