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A Shocking Incident in Madison
In the early hours of a fateful day, a horrifying incident shook the peaceful streets of Madison, Wisconsin. A University of Wisconsin student fell victim to a brutal random assault and rape. The alleged perpetrator, a Madison man, didn’t stop there; court documents reveal he approached two other women through their open kitchen window shortly after the 3 a.m. attack.
Seeking Help and Panic
The accused man approached these unsuspecting women, seeking their assistance and claiming to have found the victim of the assault. Prosecutors allege he had dragged her behind their residence. Disturbed and alarmed, the two women promptly dialed 911. The man, appearing agitated and under the influence, expressed his anxiety before making a hasty exit, evading the arrival of law enforcement.
Campus in Shock
This terrifying incident occurred just days before the return of thousands of University of Wisconsin-Madison students for the fall semester. Upon his apprehension, the suspect admitted to detectives that anger had consumed him that night, and he “wanted to hit something.”
A Savage Encounter
According to the criminal complaint, the accused man claimed he “saw red” when he encountered the victim. Subsequently, he professed to have no recollection of events until he saw her lying on the ground. “She came across as a monster,” he stated, “I went into a rage, and when I came to, she was on the ground.” He further confessed that although he couldn’t remember raping her, he acknowledged the possibility.
Severe Injuries
The victim endured severe, life-threatening injuries during the assault and was unable to communicate with the first officer who arrived at the scene, as detailed in the complaint. The horrific nature of her injuries left medical professionals deeply disturbed. She was placed in a medically induced coma, her face swollen beyond recognition, bearing a broken jaw, broken nose, and a missing tooth, among other injuries.
A Troubling Match
Subsequent examinations by doctors revealed a traumatic brain injury, and an MRI confirmed a brain bleed. DNA testing allegedly linked the rape kit evidence to the suspect’s sample, presenting the highest-level match that Wisconsin’s crime lab can confirm.
A Chilling Reality
During a court hearing, Dane County Deputy District Attorney William Brown described the extent of the violence and the random nature of the attack as “terrifying.” The accused, with no prior criminal history, poses a grave concern. Brown emphasized the risk to the community and urged the judge to deny the defense’s request for $10,000 bail. The judge subsequently ordered the suspect held on a $1 million bond.
A Plea for Help
In the face of such disturbing events, it is essential to remember that support is available. If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, please reach out to the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673.
[Note: This article has been rewritten to simplify language and improve readability.]