Published: 05-07-2026 | Category: Troop I
Acadia Parish – Detectives with the Louisiana State Police Special Victims Unit (LSP-SVU) arrested 35-year-old Erik Rangel of Church Point following an extensive investigation into allegations of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
In September 2025, LSP-SVU launched an investigation after receiving reports that Rangel possessed CSAM on his electronic devices. During the investigation, detectives identified thousands of files containing suspected CSAM. As a result, an arrest warrant was obtained through the 15th Judicial District Court.
On May 7, 2026, Rangel was arrested and booked into the Acadia Parish Jail on these charges:
This case remains under investigation, and additional information may be released when appropriate.
LSP-SVU works to rescue and seek justice for the victims of crimes involving the exploitation of children and the trafficking of humans for sex and labor. The public plays a vital role in identifying suspects accused of these crimes and is urged to report criminal or suspicious activity. Victims or individuals with additional information related to this case can anonymously report that information through the Louisiana State Police online reporting system by visiting lsp.org and clicking on Report Suspicious or Criminal Activity, or by calling the LSP Special Victims Unit at 1-800-434-8007.
Contact Information:
Trooper Monique Lavergne
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section – Troop I
Office: 337-262-5880