Pineville, LA – (June 7, 2024) – The Pineville Police Department is currently investigating a severe child sexual abuse case following a report received on May 15, 2024.
After an extensive investigation, authorities gathered sufficient probable cause to obtain a warrant for the arrest of Wayne S. “Butch” Worden on multiple charges, including Sexual Battery, Molestation of a Juvenile, and Indecent Behavior with a Juvenile.
Worden was apprehended by Pineville Police Department detectives on May 30, 2024, at his residence on Military Highway.
The arrest followed the execution of various search warrants, which uncovered additional evidence leading to further charges against Mr. Worden. These additional charges include:
- 1,087 counts of Sexual Abuse of an Animal
- 109 counts of Pornography Involving Juveniles
- 43 additional counts of Molestation of a Juvenile
The ongoing investigation suggests that there may be more victims involved in this case. The Pineville Police Department urges anyone with information related to this investigation to contact Sgt. William Smith at 318-449-5652.
The Pineville Police Department has expressed its gratitude to the Louisiana State Police Technical Support Division for their invaluable assistance throughout the investigation. For further information, the public is encouraged to contact the Pineville Police Department Public Information Office at 318-442-8632.
This shocking case highlights the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to protect vulnerable individuals and bring perpetrators to justice.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
