Rape charges lead to arrest of Monroe police officer

Monroe police officer accused of sexually assaulting ex-wife, placed on administrative leave

UPDATE (10/01/2025): Ouachita Parish officials have released additional information about the arrest of an officer of the Monroe Police Department, who was charged with Third-Degree Rape. On May 12, 2025, Chad Prather's ex-wife contacted the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office in reference to an incident that occurred on March 29, 2025. According to court documents, Prather engaged in sexual intercourse with the victim without her consent. After th…

MPD officer on administrative leave after rape charge

A Monroe police officer was placed on administrative leave last week after being arrested on suspicion of third-degree rape.

Rape charges lead to arrest of Monroe police officer

MPD released a statement following Prather's arrest.