Homeless man arrested for attempted armed rape at Lori Wilson Park

Cocoa Beach

Homeless man arrested for attempted armed rape at Lori Wilson Park

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April 18, 2023

By Robert Burns

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With the assistance of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, Detectives with the Cocoa Beach Police Department have arrested William Edward Russell Jr. (no address) for his involvement in an incident that occurred earlier today at Lori Wilson Park.

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Mr. Russell Jr. is officially charged with:

Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

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Attempted Sexual Battery

False Imprisonment

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This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with any additional information is encouraged to contact the Cocoa Beach Police Department at 321-868-3251.

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