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.
Homeless man arrested for attempted armed rape at Lori Wilson Park
Mr. Russell Jr. is officially charged with:
Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
Attempted Sexual Battery
False Imprisonment
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with any additional information is encouraged to contact the Cocoa Beach Police Department at 321-868-3251.