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Child Sex Assault Suspect Runs from Court, Deputies Search for Him

He was at a family court hearing when he ran from one of the exits.
Credit: Sumter County Sheriff's Office
John Paul Rogers

Sumter SC (WLTX) - Sumter County deputies are searching for a child sex assault suspect who ran away from court.

John Paul Rogers, 38, is wanted by officers. He's facing a charge of second degree criminal sexual conduct with a minor and resisting arrest.

Officers say officers tried to arrest him last week following a hearing in family court. However, he was able to find and exit and get away.

Deputies were unsuccessful in locating him. Officers say he could be in either the Sumter or Columbia area.

Anyone with information should call Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC.

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