Opelousas man charged with rape in 30-year-old cold case

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) -- An Opelousas man has been arrested in connection with a series of rapes over 30 years ago, authorities said.

Felton Gregory Leday, 74, of Opelousas is charged with one count of first degree rape and three counts of sexual battery allegedly committed over a three-year period starting in October 1994.

The victims were minors at the time of the alleged crimes, according to St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz.

"These alleged crimes represent...