Police Arrest Man Accused of Raping Woman, Assaulting Another in Long Beach

Arrest Made After Brief Search

Police on Saturday arrested a man accused of raping a woman in Long Beach, authorities said.

Accused Rapist Identified

The accused rapist, 26-year-old Dion Terrell Walton Jr., was arrested in the city of Wilmington on Saturday around 12:21 p.m., after a warrant was issued for his arrest.

Charges Filed

Walton was arrested on suspicion of one count of sodomy, one count of first-degree robbery, one count of aggravated kidnapping with intent to commit rape and one count of assault with intent to commit a felony.

Assault Allegations

According to police, Walton allegedly sexually assaulted a woman at about 1 a.m. Wednesday, when he approached her as she was walking near an alley in the area of West 10th Street and Pacific Avenue.

Second Assault

Later that morning, police said he assaulted another woman by striking her in the upper body.

Bail Set

His bail was set at $1 million.

Conclusion

The arrest of Dion Terrell Walton Jr. brings a sense of relief to the community, as the accused rapist is now in custody and unable to harm anyone else. The Long Beach Police Department is to be commended for their swift action in tracking down and apprehending the suspect.

FAQs

Q: Where was the suspect arrested?
A: The suspect was arrested in the city of Wilmington.

Q: What were the charges filed against the suspect?
A: The suspect was charged with one count of sodomy, one count of first-degree robbery, one count of aggravated kidnapping with intent to commit rape, and one count of assault with intent to commit a felony.

Q: How much was the suspect’s bail set at?
A: The suspect’s bail was set at $1 million.