Indiana State Police Jasper Post initiated a criminal investigation on November 16, 2021, after receiving information from the Orange County Department of Child Services concerning allegations of sexual misconduct with a female, under the age of 16.
The investigation revealed that Nathaniel Lang, aged 22, of French Lick, Indiana, had allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with a female minor under the age of 16. The allegations took place in Orange County. The minor female was approximately one month pregnant at the time of the investigation.
On January 19, 2023, DNA evidence was collected from everyone involved in the investigation and sent to the Indiana State Police Laboratory for testing. On December 12, 2024, DNA results were released by the Lab and sent to the Orange County Prosecutor.
After reviewing the investigation, the Orange County Prosecutor’s Office issued an arrest warrant for Lang on March 10, 2025. Detective Matthew served the active warrant to Lang on March 10, 2025. Lang is currently being held without bond.
Investigating Officer: Indiana State Police Trooper Detective Tyler Matthew.
Assisting Agency: Orange County DCS
Arrested and Charges: Nathaniel Lang, 22, French Lick, IN
- Sexual Misconduct with a Minor, Level 5 Felony
Under the law, criminal charges are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
