Louisiana man accused of sexually assaulting a minor

On July 8, 2024, detectives of the Concordia Parish Sheriff's Office began investigating the sexual abuse of a child, which had occurred at a residence in Ferriday, La. During the investigation, an emergency forensic interview was conducted at the Alexandria Child Advocacy Center, along with a sexual assault exam.

All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

FERRIDAY, La. (KTVE/KARD) -- On July 8, 2024, detectives of the Concordia Parish Sheriff's Office began investigating the sexual abuse of a child, which had occurred at a residence in Ferriday, La. During the investigation, an emergency forensic interview was conducted at the Alexandria Child Advocacy Center, along with a sexual assault exam.

According to authorities, the suspect was identified as 27-year-old Donald Higginbotham III and booked into the CPSO jail for two counts of First-Degree Rape, Indecent Behavior with Juveniles, Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and two counts of Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance.

The investigation remains ongoing and no further information can be released at this time. Anyone with information or potential victims can contact detectives at (318) 437-0740.