Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Milwaukee man, suspected serial rapist, captured

Police announced the arrest of a suspect in a series of rapes on Milwaukee’s north side. The 22 year old man, suspected in at least 8 rapes, allegedly attacked a 15 year old woman near 18th Street and North Avenue Friday (11-23) afternoon. A previous victim, 19, spotted her alleged attacker hours before the most recent rape and wrote down the license plate number. The arrest took place at his Pewaukee workplace. According to detectives, evidence was recovered from the rapes when they searched his residence. The suspect has a criminal history, including a felon in possesion of a firearm charge. Most assaults took place between 6:30 & 9:30 AM, and victims ranged in age from 14 to 28.

Police said any victims who believe they were assaulted by the man but who have not reported the crime should call the Sensitive Crimes Division at (414) 935-7402.

(Update 12-1-07) The suspect, Terence Felder, 22, has been formally charged with eight counts of sexual assault while armed. According to a police complaint, Felder admitted to the sexual attacks.

Reference:

Man arrested in 8 assaults

Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting 8 Victims

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