Amelia Man Charged with Sex Crimes Against Juveniles

𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐞 𝐑𝐮𝐢𝐳-𝐑𝐨𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐳, 𝟐𝟐, Amelia, LA, was arrested on March 18, 2025, at 11:47 am for carnal knowledge of a juvenile (2 counts), indecent behavior with juveniles (4 counts), and pornography involving juveniles (3 counts).
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On February 22, 2025, deputies responded to a disturbance at a residence in Bayou Vista. The incident was handed over to detectives who opened an investigation into Ruiz-Rodriguez. As the investigation progressed, detectives learned that Ruiz-Rodriguez had conducted himself inappropriately with a juvenile.
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Further investigation of Ruiz-Rodriguez’s phone led to the discovery of pornography involving a juveniles. Detectives obtained a warrant for his arrest.
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On March 18, detectives made contact with Ruiz-Rodriguez and transported him to the St. Mary Parish Sheriff’s Office for booking.
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Bail was set at $30,000.