BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (KLFY)— A Breaux Bridge man has been arrested and charged with oral sexual battery, after allegations against him of sexual abuse of a 14-year-old.

Authorities tell KLFY News 10 that following a joint investigation between the Lafayette PD and the St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office Byron Shelby Jr. 18, of Breaux Bridge was arrested.

The investigation on Shelby began in March alleging the Breaux Bridge man of sexual abusing a 14-year-old.

Police tell News 10 that Byron Shelby Jr, was arrested and charged with, LA R.S. 14:43.3-Oral Sexual Battery.

Following his arrest, officials say Shelby was booked into the St. Martin Parish Correctional Center and his bond was set at $5,000.