Cape Lejeune Marines charged with rape in Surf City
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SURF CITY, North Carolina (WRAL) — Two Marines stationed at Camp Lejeune face charges of first-degree rape in Surf City.
Ted Arthur Davis, 23, is charged with first-degree forcible rape, felony conspiracy and providing alcohol to a person under 21.
Rylie Tate Petrosky, 20, is charged with first-degree forcible rape and felony conspiracy.
According to the Surf City Police Department, the men knew the victim, who is receiving support.
Both were jailed with no bond. A bond hearing was scheduled for Monday.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with additional information is urged to contact Detective C. Strickland at 910-328-7711 or cstrickland@surfcitync.gov.
Surf City Police Chief Phil Voorheess released the following statement:
“We take these charges extremely seriously and remain dedicated to seeing that justice is served. Our department, in partnership with other law enforcement agencies, worked swiftly to conduct a thorough investigation, bring appropriate charges, and ensure the safety of our community.”
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