El Paso County, CO — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is urging potential additional victims to come forward in an ongoing investigation involving a former foster parent. The investigation began on February 14, when detectives received a report of sexual assault involving a child, with the suspect identified as 42-year-old Jason Allen Johns.
Johns, who was previously a foster parent to the victim, is currently under investigation. The child’s name has not been disclosed, in accordance with Colorado’s newly enacted “Riley’s Law.”
Signed into law by Governor Jared Polis in May 2023, Riley’s Law (SB 23-075) is designed to protect the identities of minors who are victims of crime. The law ensures that underage victims’ names and personal details are kept confidential, aiming to safeguard their privacy during sensitive legal proceedings.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office has not released further details about the case, but detectives are actively looking into the possibility of additional victims. Authorities are encouraging anyone with relevant information or who may have been affected by Johns’ actions to come forward.
As the investigation continues, the sheriff’s office is asking the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicions they may have regarding the case.
This case highlights the importance of laws like Riley’s Law, which are intended to protect vulnerable children and ensure that their identities are shielded during investigations and trials. The law is part of a broader effort to address child victimization and provide a safer environment for minors in Colorado.
Anyone with information related to the case is urged to contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
