Rapist

Trial Begins for Accused Kidnapper and Rapist Cleotha Abston in Separate Case

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The trial is set to begin this week for Cleotha Abston, the man accused of kidnapping and killing a Memphis school teacher. However, before facing charges related to the teacher’s death, Abston is expected to go to trial for a separate rape case. The trial for Alicia Franklin’s rape case commenced on Monday, with jury selection taking place. Abston faces charges of aggravated rape, especially aggravated kidnapping, and unlawful possession of a weapon in connection with Franklin’s case. It is worth noting that WREG, the news outlet covering the story, typically … Read more

Justice Served: Kennewick Serial Rapist Convicted on Multiple Charges After Lengthy Jury Trial

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Kennewick, Washington – After a three-week jury trial, a Kennewick man was found guilty on multiple charges related to serial rape. The trial held at the Kennewick County Courthouse concluded with the jury delivering their verdict on Thursday. The accused, whose identity has not been disclosed for legal reasons, faced severe charges for perpetrating a series of sexual assaults. Over the course of the trial, the prosecution presented compelling evidence, including testimonies from survivors as well as DNA evidence linking the accused to the crimes. The jury carefully reviewed this evidence before reaching their decision. … Read more

Judge Upholds Century-Plus Prison Terms for Serial Rapist and Jail Escapee

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San Jose, California – A Santa Clara County judge has upheld the lengthy prison sentences of Eric Patrick Martin, a serial rapist and jail escapee from the 1970s and 1980s. Martin, who has been in prison since 1987 and currently serves a total of 136 years, sought resentencing through a series of state actions and court rulings. However, Superior Court Judge Benjamin Williams denied the request, stating that there was no evidence to demonstrate a change in Martin’s circumstances and that he still posed a significant risk to safety. The ruling was praised by the … Read more