Houston, January 14, 2026
Johnny Ray Green, a 43-year-old convicted felon, has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and sexual assault of a 15-year-old Spring ISD high school student. The incident allegedly began when Green offered the teen a ride, leading her to his home where the assault took place. Authorities utilized surveillance and DNA evidence to apprehend Green, who is now being held without bond as prosecutors seek to detain him under Proposition 3 amid community concerns.
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A 43-year-old convicted felon, Johnny Ray Green, has been arrested and is currently being held without bond in connection with the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a 15-year-old Spring ISD high school student. Authorities confirmed Green’s bond was denied, and prosecutors intend to seek his continued detention pending trial under the State-level voter-approved Proposition 3.
Details of the Incident and Arrest
The alleged incident occurred after Green offered the student a ride to a police station. The 15-year-old victim had reportedly consumed a THC vape and an edible at school on September 3rd before leaving campus. She was then approached by Green, a stranger, who offered assistance and a ride. According to records, Green allegedly drove the teenager to his residence, where she was sexually assaulted for approximately an hour. He subsequently drove her back near a fast-food establishment and provided her with $10.
The investigation involved the use of surveillance video, license plate readers, and DNA evidence obtained from a national database, which ultimately led authorities to Green. He was taken into custody by the Harris County Violent Persons Warrant Task Force. Although the incident did not take place on the school campus, it involved a student enrolled in the district.
Community Concerns and Previous History
Spring ISD police are actively encouraging any other potential victims connected to Green to come forward. Green has a history of legal issues, including a past arrest for continuous sexual abuse of a child; however, that specific case was dismissed due to a missing witness. Authorities have described Green as a predator, emphasizing the importance of his apprehension.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Who has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a Spring ISD high school student?
- Johnny Ray Green, a 43-year-old convicted felon, has been arrested.
- What is Johnny Ray Green accused of?
- He is accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 15-year-old Spring ISD high school student.
- Was bond granted for Johnny Ray Green?
- No, his bond has been denied.
- How did the alleged incident begin?
- The alleged incident began after Green offered the student a ride to a police station.
- When did the student leave school?
- The student left school on September 3rd.
- What role did Proposition 3 play in this case?
- Prosecutors plan to ask the judge to hold him in jail without bond under the new State-level voter-approved Proposition 3.
- Did the incident occur on school grounds?
- No, the incident did not happen on school campus and was not directly connected to the school, but involved one of its students.
- What is Johnny Ray Green’s past legal history?
- Green has a past arrest for continuous sexual abuse of a child, but that case was dismissed due to a missing witness.
Key Details of the Incident
| Accused Individual | Johnny Ray Green, 43-year-old convicted felon |
| Victim | 15-year-old Spring ISD high school student |
| Charges | Accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting the student |
| Bond Status | Bond denied |
| Location of Incident | Not on school campus, but near a fast-food restaurant after being driven to Green’s house |
| Method of Apprehension | Surveillance video, license plate readers, and DNA evidence; arrested by Harris County Violent Persons Warrant Task Force |
| Additional Information | Spring ISD police seeking other potential victims; Green has a past arrest for continuous sexual abuse of a child (case dismissed) |
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