Have You Seen this Tier 3 Sex Offender? Contact Shreveport Police

The Shreveport Police Department is requesting public assistance in locating Terry Lee Ashing, a classified Tier 3 sex offender who has failed to comply with state registration laws. Detectives have officially issued a warrant for his arrest after he failed to complete his mandatory 2026 annual registration.

Details of Non-Compliance

As a lifetime registrant under Louisiana Revised Statute 15:542, Ashing is legally required to check in with local law enforcement annually. Authorities report that he has missed his deadline for the current year.

This is not the first instance of non-compliance for Ashing; he has a prior conviction specifically for Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, highlighting a pattern of avoiding legal oversight.

Criminal History and Background

Ashing’s status as a Tier 3 offender stems from a criminal history spanning several decades:

• 1997 Conviction: Contributing to the Delinquency of Juveniles involving sexually immoral acts (Ouachita Parish).
• 2017 Conviction: Attempted Sexual Battery (Ouachita Parish).

Due to the severity of these offenses, Louisiana law mandates that Ashing remain on the registry for the duration of his life.

Authorities Urge Public Caution

Shreveport Police emphasize that maintaining an accurate registry is a vital part of community safety. They are asking anyone who may know Ashing’s current whereabouts to come forward.

Information can be provided by calling the Shreveport Police Department at 318-673-7300. Those who wish to remain anonymous and potentially earn a cash reward can contact Caddo Crime Stoppers at 318-673-7373 or via their mobile app.

Resources for Survivors in Shreveport

If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault or abuse, the following local organizations provide confidential support, advocacy, and medical resources:

National Hotline: If you need immediate support outside of local hours, you can call the RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE.