The Shreveport Police Department has arrested Walter Evans following an investigation into allegations of child sexual abuse spanning several years.
According to police, the investigation began after an adult survivor reported repeated sexual assaults that allegedly occurred when she was between the ages of 9 and 12. Detectives conducted an investigation and determined there was sufficient evidence to pursue criminal charges.
On June 26, 2026, Evans was arrested and booked into the Shreveport City Jail. He faces the following charges:
- First Degree Rape
- Molestation of a Juvenile Under the Age of 13
- Sexual Battery of a Victim Under the Age of 13
Authorities stated the case involves serious allegations of crimes against a child and emphasized the importance of holding offenders accountable while supporting survivors of abuse.
Under Louisiana law, a conviction for First Degree Rape carries the most severe penalties allowed, including potential life imprisonment or other maximum penalties authorized by statute.
The Shreveport Police Department encourages anyone with additional information related to the case to contact investigators at (318) 673-7300 or submit anonymous tips through Caddo-Shreveport Crime Stoppers at (318) 673-7373.