Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – March 7, 2025 – Police arrested a Jonesboro man who is accused of having sex with a child. According to the probable cause affidavit, on March 6, Jonesboro police got a report that a child was touched and assaulted by a man.
During the investigation, the victim said 41-year-old Gerren Ray James had them perform sexual acts on them. In another case, the victim said James had touched them inappropriately while playing a video game, the affidavit stated. On March 7, Craighead County Judge Tommy Fowler found probable cause to charge James with rape.
James is being held in the Craighead County Detention Center on a $250,000 cash/surety bond. Judge Fowler also ordered James to have no contact with the victim.
James’ next court appearance is scheduled for April 24.
Editor’s Note: Due to the graphic nature of the case and to protect the alleged victim, JRN has chosen not to release certain case details, such as the victim’s age and gender.
If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic/sexual violence, call 800-656-HOPE (4673) to reach the National Sexual Assault Hotline.
