Sheriff Blaise Smith advises the arrest of an Amelia man for molestation of a juvenile.
John Franklin Vandercook, 49, Amelia, LA, was arrested on March 1, 2021, at 7:05 pm on two warrants for the following charges: – Domestic abuse battery – Unauthorized entry of inhabited dwelling – Molestation of a juvenile – Rape 3rd degree – Sexual battery . On Monday, March 1, 2021, detectives with the SMPSO Investigations Division were made aware of a possible incident of molestation of a juvenile. Detectives began an investigation into the incident and quickly developed Vandercook as the suspect. . Sometime later, SMPSO Communications Division received information on the location of Vandercook. Deputies were dispatched to the location and found Vandercook in a shed on the rear of the property.
Vandercook was arrested and transported to the St. Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center for booking. No bail has been set.