Frantz Dieudonne Remains Wanted After Failing to Appear in Federal Child Sex Crime Cases
Federal Fugitive Investigation
Frantz Dieudonne is wanted in connection with alleged sex-related crimes involving a 15-year-old minor and subsequent failures to appear in federal court. According to information released by the FBI, the allegations involve interstate travel between Pennsylvania and Utah between November 2001 and May 2002. Dieudonne was arrested in Illinois in June 2002 and later released on bond before failing to appear for scheduled federal court proceedings.
Alleged Interstate Travel
According to the FBI, Dieudonne allegedly traveled across state lines from Pennsylvania to Utah to engage in sexual activity with a 15-year-old minor. The alleged conduct occurred repeatedly during a period extending from November 2001 through May 2002. His travel between states brought the case within the jurisdiction of federal authorities.
The investigation ultimately resulted in federal proceedings in more than one jurisdiction. Dieudonne was indicted in Illinois on October 1, 2002, and subsequently indicted in Utah on February 26, 2003. The two cases reflected the interstate nature of the alleged conduct.
Arrested in Illinois
On June 1, 2002, Dieudonne was arrested in North Aurora, Illinois. According to the FBI, he was accused of transporting a minor in interstate commerce with the intent to engage in sexual activity. He was released on bond approximately one week after his arrest.
Following his release, the criminal cases continued through the federal court system. Dieudonne was expected to appear for subsequent hearings and trials related to the charges. His later failures to appear resulted in authorities seeking his arrest.
Indictments in Two States
Dieudonne was indicted in Illinois on October 1, 2002, several months after his arrest. A second indictment followed in Utah on February 26, 2003. The separate proceedings reflected allegations involving conduct and travel spanning multiple states.
The cases were scheduled to proceed in both Chicago and Salt Lake City. Dieudonne, however, did not appear for the court proceedings identified by the FBI. His absence ultimately transformed the prosecution into a longstanding fugitive case.
Failed to Appear in Federal Court
Dieudonne was scheduled to appear for a pre-trial motion on September 22, 2003, in the Northern District of Illinois. He failed to appear, and a bench warrant was issued for his arrest. Authorities subsequently continued seeking him as additional court dates approached.
His failure to appear was not limited to the September hearing. According to the FBI, Dieudonne also failed to appear for scheduled trials in both Utah and Illinois. Those missed proceedings left the federal criminal cases unresolved.
Missed Trials in Utah and Illinois
A trial was scheduled for Dieudonne on October 20, 2003, in Salt Lake City, Utah. He failed to appear for that proceeding. Another trial was scheduled for November 3, 2003, in Chicago, Illinois, and Dieudonne again failed to appear.
The repeated failures to appear resulted in a fugitive investigation that has continued for years. Authorities remain interested in information concerning where Dieudonne traveled after disappearing from the federal court process. Individuals who encountered him after 2003 may possess information relevant to investigators.
Ties Across Several States
The FBI reports that Dieudonne has ties to New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Utah. These connections provide several geographic areas where individuals may have information concerning his past or subsequent movements. Pennsylvania and Utah are also significant because of the interstate travel described in the allegations against him.
Former acquaintances, coworkers, relatives, or others who encountered Dieudonne in these states may possess information capable of assisting authorities. Given the amount of time that has passed, his appearance may have changed substantially from photographs associated with the original investigation. Information concerning residences, employment, travel, or aliases may therefore also be relevant.
Longstanding Fugitive Case
Dieudonne's failures to appear occurred in 2003, making this a fugitive case spanning more than two decades. The underlying allegations, however, remain the basis of unresolved federal criminal proceedings. Authorities continue seeking information that could help locate him and return him to court.
The charges described by the FBI remain allegations unless and until proven through the judicial process. Individuals with credible information should provide it directly to law enforcement rather than attempting to locate Dieudonne independently. Historical information concerning his movements after 2003 could also help investigators reconstruct his whereabouts.
FBI Seeks Information From the Public
Anyone with information concerning Frantz Dieudonne, his current whereabouts, associates, movements, or activities is encouraged to contact the FBI or appropriate law-enforcement authorities. Information concerning his ties to New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Utah, particularly his movements following his failures to appear in federal court in 2003, may assist the continuing investigation. Members of the public should not attempt to approach or apprehend Dieudonne and should instead submit relevant information directly through official law-enforcement channels.
