Marine Arrested for Allegedly Attempting to Abduct and s*xually Assault 12-Year-Old Girl
A 24-year-old U.S. Marine has been arrested after allegedly traveling across state lines with the intent to abduct and s*xually assault a 12-year-old girl, according to authorities. Swift action by law enforcement ensured the young victim was rescued safely.
Details of the Case
William Richard Roy, stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, was taken into custody in Durham, North Carolina, after allegedly transporting the girl from the Chicago area, WGN reports.
The child, who lives in Hammond, Indiana—a suburb just outside Chicago—was reported missing by her grandmother on Saturday. Police in Hammond immediately contacted the FBI, suspecting Roy was with the child.
Investigators say Roy flew from North Carolina to Chicago on October 24. The following day, he reportedly took an Uber to Hammond, met the girl at a local park, and then transported her to a Chicago hotel, where they stayed overnight. Roy allegedly attempted to move the girl across state lines the next day via bus before authorities intervened.
Law Enforcement Response
FBI agents, working alongside local police, intercepted the bus in Durham on October 26. The child was safely recovered, and Roy was arrested without incident.
Charges
Roy now faces multiple federal charges, including:
Enticing a minor to travel for illegal s*xual activity
Transporting a minor for s*xual purposes
Interstate travel with intent to engage in s*xual activity with a child
Conclusion
This case highlights the ongoing dangers of child exploitation and the importance of vigilance and rapid response by law enforcement. Thanks to coordinated investigative efforts, the young girl was safely returned to her family, and the suspect now faces serious federal prosecution.