by Wesley Harris
The Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office has located a suspect wanted for an Georgia sexual assault who fled on foot after a state police pursuit near Rayville.
Jorge Eduardo Hinojosa, 45, of Candler County, Georgia, was arrested by Richland Parish deputies March 1.
The Candler County Sheriff’s Office was searching for Hinojosa in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in Candler County on February 27. Investigators obtained arrest warrants for Hinojosa for rape and kidnapping.
Investigators developed information Saturday morning that Hinojosa had fled Candler County and was believed to be in Louisiana. Louisiana State Police were notified in an effort to intercept him.
Early Saturday, Hinojosa fled from Louisiana State Police on Interstate 20 in the Rayville area. During the pursuit, Hinojosa crashed his vehicle and fled on foot. An extensive manhunt continued through the weekend.
Authorities say Hinojosa was located and arrested Sunday night, March 1, on Rescue Street within Rayville just a few blocks from Interstate 20. Richland Parish deputies took him into custody with assistance from Louisiana State Police.
Hinojosa was taken to a local hospital for evaluation.
Georgia authorities thanked Louisiana law enforcement for capturing Hinojosa.
“We greatly appreciate our law enforcement partners assisting with this investigation, especially the Louisiana State Police, the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office, and the other assisting law enforcement agencies involved in the ongoing search,” Candler County said.
In a statement, LSP said, “This fugitive from justice was taken into custody as a direct result of the perseverance, coordination, and unwavering dedication of all agencies involved. The collaborative efforts of the Louisiana State Police, the Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office, and our local law enforcement partners demonstrate firsthand our shared commitment to public safety and to protecting the communities we serve.”
“We appreciate the public’s cooperation and patience throughout this operation. When agencies work together with a unified mission, outcomes like this are possible.”
Extradition proceedings will now begin to return Hinojosa to Candler County to face the charges. Candler County is located on Interstate 16 near Savannah.
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