DERIDDER, La. (WNTZ) - Three men were arrested and charged with juvenile sex crimes by DeRidder Police, authorities said.

The DeRidder Police Department said they received a complaint that a group of men were having inappropriate conversations which led to sexual relations with underage girls in the area.

Jaddarius J. Miller, 26, of DeRidder, is charged with first degree rape with a victim less than 13 years of age. He is being held without bond.

Keomah Ishmael Jackson, 24, of DeRidder, is charged with carnal knowledge of a juvenile and indecent behavior with juveniles. His bond is set at $200,000.

Emmanuel Travone January, 21, of DeRidder, is charged with carnal knowledge of a juvenile and indecent behavior with juveniles. His bond is set at $200,000.

Detectives said all three men confirmed the allegations.

This investigation is ongoing and additional charges are pending.  

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