PARAGOULD, Ark. — A suspect was arrested Friday on a Class Y felony charge for alleged rape in Paragould.
Larry Manes, 39, was arrested for rape on Oct. 31, 2025. Jail records show he was booked at 11:24 AM.
The probable cause affidavit states that on Oct. 27, the alleged victim reported to the Paragould Police Department that defendant Larry Manes had “forcefully had sex with her against her will and while she actively resisted and told him to stop.”
Detective Lt. Robert E. Sexton wrote that police were provided with audio evidence that corroborated the allegation.
The detective reported that after interviewing Manes, he waived his Miranda rights and made incriminating statements.
Bail has not yet been set for Manes.
All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The National Sexual Assault Hotline is confidential and available 24/7. The number is 800.656.4673.
You can also chat online with crisis support at online.rainn.org.
More resources and information about RAINN can be viewed here.
The Family Crisis Center, Inc. is a local resource available to help if you’re in need.
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