The trial of Misty Roberts, a former mayor of DeRidder, Louisiana, has brought to light shocking allegations of misconduct involving a 16-year-old boy. The incident, which took place at a boozy pool party in 2024, has led to Roberts facing a charge of third-degree rape.
According to testimony from Roberts’ children, they witnessed their mother engaging in sexual activity with the teenage boy at the party. One of the children reported seeing the act through a crack in a window, while the other described seeing Roberts and the boy “on top of each other.”
Despite initially claiming uncertainty about what he saw, the son later confirmed in court that he had witnessed his mother with the underage boy. Photos from the party, including a “lewd” image of Roberts and the victim, were presented as evidence to the jury.
Text messages exchanged between Roberts and her children on the night of the incident revealed the disbelief and distress felt by the family. The son expressed shock at the age of the boy involved, while the daughter described seeing her mother and the boy in a compromising position.
Even Roberts’ nephew admitted to attempting to observe the encounter, although he claimed uncertainty about whether he had recorded any footage. The testimonies of the witnesses did not confirm seeing any explicit behavior, but noted that the teen boy was shirtless during the party.
Following the party, Roberts received messages from the victim’s mother inquiring about pregnancy concerns, to which Roberts reassured her that she was on birth control. Subsequent texts revealed Roberts seeking emergency contraception, which was delivered to her home by a DoorDash driver.
In the aftermath of the investigation, Roberts resigned from her position as mayor of DeRidder, a decision that came amidst mounting legal charges. She now faces allegations of third-degree rape and contributing to the delinquency of juveniles.
The case has sparked outrage in the small community of DeRidder and raised questions about the behavior of those in positions of authority. As the trial continues, the details of the incident continue to unfold, shedding light on a troubling episode in the town’s history.
