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Escalating Crimes of Illegal Immigrant
“This is the only stranger rape that we have had in the town in my more than 12 years as chief of police,” DeBoard noted, highlighting the severity of the incident.
Romero’s criminal history paints a concerning picture of escalating violence. He has been linked to multiple sexual assaults and indecent exposure incidents since 2022. His prior charges range from weapons and auto theft to sexual offenses, yet he has not served any significant jail time.
Romero, reportedly homeless, has had several charges reduced or dropped by prosecutors, allowing him to remain at-large in the community. His crimes have now escalated to abduction and rape, according to police reports.
Details of the Attack
The attack occurred on the Washington and Old Dominion (W&OD) trail, a popular spot for local residents.
Chief DeBoard explained, “This kind of case not only impacts the victim directly, but impacts our entire community, especially when it occurs in a very public area that we consider safe and that is used by all of our residents and our visitors by our community on a daily basis.”
