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NYPD arrests suspect linked to violent rape in the Bronx

Police say 34-year-old Jason Dickerson is now charged with attempted murder and rape.

News 12 Staff

Mar 23, 2022, 4:46 PM

Updated 928 days ago

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Police have arrested and charged a man in connection with a violent rape in the Bronx.
Police say 34-year-old Jason Dickerson is now charged with attempted murder and rape. Dickerson is accused of putting a 27-year-old woman in a chokehold until she lost consciousness and then raping her on March 11.
The incident happened in a building near Davidson Avenue and West 190 Street.
The victim suffered lacerations to her nose and mouth and was transported for treatment.