A 24-year-old has been by police and held on a whopping $350,000 bail after an alleged rape of a minor.
He’s from Judsonia, which is a small town a few miles from Searcy.
In a recent development, Gage Nathaniel Bishop was arrested by police following allegations of sexual assault involving a minor. The White County Sheriff’s Office received a report on June 3, 2024, which led to the initiation of legal proceedings. You can view the suspect’s photograph eblow.
Forensic Interview Reveals Disturbing Details
According to documents provided by White County Sheriff’s Office, during a forensic interview, the alleged juvenile victim indicated that Bishop had caused her harm. The child identified specific injuries on anatomical drawings, pointing to areas on both female and male figures to describe the assault.
Detective Blake Ellis attempted to interview Bishop but was advised of his potential mental delay. Bishop’s legal guardian was present, but the interview was cut short as Bishop struggled with understanding his rights.
The interview raised concerns about the role of Bishop’s guardian, who was not assisting effectively during the process. This led to the immediate termination of the interview by Detective Ellis.
The affidavit for the warrant details the charge against Bishop for one count of ACA 5-14-103 Rape, a felony. The document requests the issuance of an arrest warrant for Bishop, born on July 25, 2000.
