An illegal immigrant with a troubling history of criminal activity has been arrested for attempting to kidnap and rape a stranger on a popular Virginia trail.
The arrest occurred just days after his most recent release from jail. The community is shocked and there is outrage among law enforcement and public officials.
The Herndon Police Department announced during a Monday press conference that 31-year-old Denis Humberto Naverrette Romero, a Honduran national, charged with abduction with intent to defile and rape.
He is currently being held without bond at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center.
Herndon Police Chief Maggie DeBoard expressed her deep concern, saying, “Let me start by saying that I am incredibly saddened and outraged that a crime like this could happen here in the town of Herndon.”
She assured residents, “You should feel safe here in town knowing that this individual has been removed from our streets in a rapid manner and remains in custody. And we will do everything in our power to ensure that he does remain in custody.”
