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Teen suspect arrested in attempted rape of a 4-year-old in Rosedale: Cops

Teen suspect arrested in attempted rape of a 4-year-old in Rosedale: Cops
By Mark Hallum

Police said a 15-year-old male was arrested on charges of attempted rape, burglary and aggravated sex abuse of a 4-year-old girl in her Rosedale home near Francis Lewis Boulevard Sunday.

According to law enforcement, the suspect may have used a ladder to enter the home through a window where the toddler was on the second floor when the assault occurred.

The suspect was arrested Tuesday at about 2:30 a.m. after an ongoing investigation into the incident, police said.

Reach reporter Mark Hallum by e-mail at mhallum@cnglocal.com or by phone at (718) 260–4564.