BEAUMONT, Texas — The Beaumont Police Department has announced the arrest of 40-year-old Beaumont resident, Eric J. Gipson Sr., in connection with a string of sexual assaults spanning several years. Authorities say the arrest marks a major breakthrough in a series of cold cases that had left victims and the community searching for justice.
On August 21, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., Special Crimes Detectives, working alongside the department’s Special Assignment Unit (SAU), located and arrested Gipson without incident. The arrest came just one day after a Jefferson County grand jury indicted him on serious felony charges, including:
- Two counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault (First Degree Felony)
- Two counts of Sexual Assault (Second Degree Felony)
Breakthrough in a Years-Long Investigation
According to Beaumont Police, the investigation began to gain momentum after detectives revisited four separate cold cases, with reported assaults ranging from 2018 through 2024. DNA evidence collected from the crime scenes had previously gone unmatched in state and federal databases, leaving the cases unsolved for years.
However, recent advances in forensic analysis and dedicated work by the department’s Special Crimes Detectives, in partnership with the Texas Rangers Division, led to the development of Gipson as a suspect. Investigators obtained a court-authorized search warrant for his DNA. Subsequent testing confirmed that Gipson’s genetic profile matched evidence recovered in all four assaults.
“This arrest highlights the persistence and determination of our investigators,” Beaumont Police said in a statement. “It also reflects the importance of continued collaboration between local, state, and federal partners in solving cold cases.”
Support from the SAKI Project
Officials credited the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) Project with providing critical support. SAKI, a national program funded through the Department of Justice, assists law enforcement agencies with the testing of previously unsubmitted sexual assault kits and the re-examination of cold cases.
The initiative’s involvement ensured that evidence from Beaumont’s unsolved assaults received the attention and advanced forensic analysis needed to connect Gipson to the crimes.
Community Safety and Ongoing Investigation
Law enforcement leaders emphasized that Gipson’s arrest represents a significant step toward justice for survivors and safety for the broader community.
“The Beaumont Police Department is proud of the dedication, persistence, and cooperation shown by our Special Crimes Unit, SAU Officers, and the Texas Rangers,” the statement read. “Their combined efforts brought this complex investigation to a successful resolution.”
Despite the arrest, authorities stressed that the investigation remains active. Detectives are reviewing additional reports and encouraging any other potential victims or individuals with knowledge of Gipson’s activities to come forward.
How to Report Information
Anyone with information related to the investigation is urged to contact the Beaumont Police Department at (409) 832-1234. Tipsters may also remain anonymous by contacting Southeast Texas Crime Stoppers at (409) 833-TIPS (8477) or through the P3 Tips app. Anonymous tips may qualify for a cash reward.
A Message of Support for Survivors
Authorities also took the opportunity to extend a message of compassion and reassurance to victims of sexual violence. Beaumont Police underscored their commitment to bringing closure to survivors and holding offenders accountable, no matter how much time has passed.
“This case serves as a reminder that victims are never forgotten, and we will continue to pursue justice on their behalf,” the department added.
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