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By Nicole Acosta")
NEED TO KNOW
- A Michigan man is accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman and holding her hostage for a week
- William Paul Thompson, 22, is facing charges of criminal sexual behavior, unlawful confinement, and weapons offenses
- Michigan State Police say the woman eventually escaped and reported the incident to them
A Michigan man was arrested after authorities allege he repeatedly sexually assaulted a woman and held her captive until she escaped.
William Paul Thompson, 22, of Mount Pleasant, was arraigned on multiple felony charges, including criminal sexual conduct and unlawful imprisonment, on Tuesday, Sept. 2, according to a press release shared by Michigan State Police.
The alleged victim, a 21-year-old woman, claimed to police that she was held captive for a week and repeatedly sexually assaulted by Thompson, who was “homeless” and living in a tent, per the release. The woman further alleged that Thompson used a weapon to threaten her.
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“She eventually escaped, contacted state police and identified the suspect and his possible location,” police said. Thompson was then arrested after “troopers found evidence corroborating her statements,” per the release.
Thompson is also facing multiple weapons charges. It’s unclear if he has entered a plea or retained an attorney to speak on his behalf.
Police said the case has been turned over to the Isabella County Prosecutor’s Office.
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