DA and Judge React to Conviction of Child Predator

“If a man takes sexual advantage of a child, and we will take his manhood!” said District Attorney Tony Clayton.

A former New Roads police officer and volunteer firefighter will undergo chemical castration following his conviction for the rape of multiple children, WAFB reported.

Kedreyon K. Williams, 31, of New Roads, was sentenced to three life sentences after a jury delivered its verdict in October. The jury reached its decision on the counts of first-degree rape of juveniles, indecent behavior with a juvenile, and possession of pornography involving juveniles after only 39 minutes of deliberation, according to the District Attorney’s Office.

While a rape conviction in this jurisdiction already carries a mandatory life sentence, the prosecution successfully sought the additional punishment of physical castration. District Judge Kevin Kimball described the crimes as the “worst case” of child sexual abuse he had seen in his time on the bench.

The legal proceedings in Pointe Coupee Parish highlight a rare and severe application of punitive measures intended to prevent future predatory behavior. The District Attorney’s Office emphasized that the physical punishment serves as an extra layer of accountability for the specific nature of the crimes committed.

“He performed disgusting acts on children who could not defend themselves,” Clayton told WAFB. “He is a child predator, and he deserves exactly what he is getting and more.”

The case has resonated deeply within the local community, particularly because Williams held positions of public trust as both a law enforcement officer and a volunteer firefighter. This dual role often serves as a catalyst for heightened public scrutiny regarding the vetting and monitoring of first responders.

“The castration is another layer of punishment for these horrendous crimes. We hope the families know that justice was served here and have some comfort in knowing he will never be able to prey on any children again,” Clayton said.

The swiftness of the jury’s deliberation—concluding the case in under 40 minutes—underscores the weight of the evidence presented during the trial. The conviction covers multiple counts of first-degree rape, a charge that carries the highest level of severity in the state’s penal code for crimes against minors.

Legal experts often note that while life sentences ensure incapacitation, specialized sentencing like castration is designed to address the biological drivers of recidivism in sex offenders. The implementation of such sentences remains a significant and debated aspect of the criminal justice system’s approach to child protection.

The families of the victims have been informed of the sentencing outcomes by the District Attorney’s Office. For the community of New Roads, the resolution of the case marks the end of a significant legal chapter involving a former public servant.

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