Texas Police Arrest HIV-Positive Alleged Serial Rapist Linked to Multiple Assaults
Alleged HIV-positive serial rapist arrested in Carrollton, Texas, possibly connected to sexual assaults in multiple states. Victims encouraged to seek medical attention.
Carrollton, Texas, law enforcement officials have made an arrest in connection with a series of sexual assaults allegedly perpetrated by an individual who is HIV positive. The arrest comes following an investigation into multiple cases of sexual assault in several states.
Arrest and Charges
The Carrollton Police Department took action after responding to a sexual assault victim receiving treatment at an area hospital on February 11. Subsequently, 25-year-old Carlton Tambaoga was apprehended and charged with a single count of sexual assault. The investigation by the Special Victims Unit revealed a second victim who was also allegedly sexually assaulted by the same suspect, leading to Tambaoga being charged with an additional count of sexual assault on February 13.
Health Status and Further Victims
Authorities have disclosed that Tambaoga is HIV positive and is currently detained in the Denton County Jail. The investigation has also uncovered four more individuals who claim to have been sexually assaulted by the same individual. Additionally, it is suspected that there may be more victims in the DFW Metroplex, Houston, Texas, and Atlanta, Georgia.
Ongoing Investigation and Support for Victims
The investigation is still ongoing as detectives work to reach out to each victim and gather evidence in the case. In light of these developments, the police urge anyone who may have been sexually assaulted to promptly seek medical attention and get tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They are also encouraging victims to contact the local police department where the assault occurred.
Seeking Information
Anyone with information relevant to this case is urged to contact the FBI. Tips can be submitted at 1-800-CALL-FBI or through the website tips.fbi.gov.
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