Shreveport Man Arrested for 1st Degree Rape

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SHREVEPORT, LA-  Shreveport Police Sex Crimes Unit makes arrest in First-Degree Rape Case

The Shreveport Police Sex Crimes Unit has arrested 37-year-old Christopher Christaw on one count of first-degree rape. The arrest follows a thorough investigation into a reported crime against an elderly female.

Christopher Christaw now faces serious charges, and if convicted, he could potentially face life imprisonment for this act. The Shreveport Police Department remains committed to ensuring justice for all victims of sexual violence and will continue to pursue perpetrators of such crimes.

If you, or someone you know have been a victim of a violent abuse, there are resources available to help.

The Caddo DA Victim Assistance Program- 318 226-5904

The Family Justice Center of Northwest Louisiana- 318 226-5015

Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence- Statewide Hotline  888-411-1333

Anyone with information on any violent crime or abuse situation who wants to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373, or log onto www.p3tips.com to submit your tip via the web. For a secure and password-protected mobile app for your smart device, go to the App Store and download the free "P3tips" mobile app. No caller ID, no recorded lines, no tracking cookies, no saved IP address. ANONYMITY IS GUARANTEED!

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All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty under state law.