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Louisiana: 43-Year-Old Convicted of Raping 16-Year-Old While Mayor

Published March 5, 2026, 12:06
Louisiana: 43-Year-Old Convicted of Raping 16-Year-Old While Mayor

A 43-year-old former mayor in Louisiana, Misty Roberts, has been convicted of raping a 16-year-old boy during a pool party at her home. Roberts faces a lengthy prison sentence for sexual assault and indecent behavior. During the trial, it emerged that Roberts flirted with and kissed the minor, who was intoxicated, and then raped him. She was also accused of attempting to cover up the crime, asking children and her nephew to lie and sending messages to blackmail them into silence. Her ex-husband testified that Roberts confessed the crime to him.