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Bogalusa Today
By the People, for the People
Bogalusa Man Accused of Child, Animal Sex Crimes
26-year-old Joshua Ard arrested on charges of possessing CSAM and sexually abusing an animal
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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A 26-year-old man from Bogalusa, Louisiana has been arrested and charged with possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involving victims under 13 years old, as well as sexual abuse of an animal. The charges stem from a tip received by the Louisiana Attorney General's Office, which led to an investigation and Ard's arrest.
Why it matters
These types of crimes involving the exploitation of minors and animals are deeply disturbing and have significant psychological and societal impacts. The arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to identify and prosecute individuals engaged in these illicit activities.
The details
According to the 22nd Judicial District Attorney's Office, they received a tip from the Louisiana Attorney General's Office identifying Joshua Ard as a suspect in possessing and distributing CSAM. Ard was arrested on Monday, March 2nd and booked on charges of possession of CSAM involving victims under 13 years old, as well as sexual abuse of an animal.
- Ard was arrested on Monday, March 2, 2026.
The players
Joshua Ard
A 26-year-old man from Bogalusa, Louisiana who was arrested and charged with possession of child sexual abuse material and sexual abuse of an animal.
22nd Judicial District Attorney's Office
The district attorney's office that received a tip from the Louisiana Attorney General's Office and led the investigation that resulted in Ard's arrest.
Louisiana Attorney General's Office
The state agency that provided the tip to the 22nd Judicial District Attorney's Office that led to the investigation and arrest of Joshua Ard.
The takeaway
This case underscores the critical importance of vigilant law enforcement efforts to identify and prosecute individuals engaged in the exploitation of minors and animals. It serves as a reminder of the severe psychological and societal harms caused by these abhorrent crimes.
