Man accused of sex crimes against 6-year-old in Terrebonne Parish

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TERREBONNE PARISH, La. (WGNO) — A 34-year-old man was charged with first-degree rape and molestation of a child in Terrebonne Parish.

Terrebonne Parish Sheriff Tim Soignet said the Special Victim’s Unit investigated allegations of sex crimes against a 6-year-old child. The child reportedly presented evidence to investigators, which suggested that James Paul Naquin was allegedly responsible for the abuse.

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Naquin was arrested at a home in the 6000 block of Highway 56. During an interview, Soignet said Naquin admitted to the allegations.

“Our Detectives are working closely with the victim and family to bring a resolution to this unfortunate investigation,” said Soignet.

Naquin was booked into the Terrebonne Parish Criminal Justice Complex on a $1,000,000 bond.

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