Crime & Safety
Suspect Sought In Rape Of 12-Year-Old Girl In Fredericksburg: Police
Fredericksburg police are looking for a man accused of raping a 12-year-old girl eight years ago, according to authorities.

FREDERICKSBURG, VA — Fredericksburg City police are asking the public's help in locating David Jackson of Fredericksburg, who they say raped a 12-year-old girl eight years ago.
A detective assigned to the case confirmed the evidence the victim reported to police on Dec. 4 and obtained an arrest warrant for Jackson for the rape of a child less than 13 years of age, according to police.
"Jackson is described as a male, 5’07 and 170 pounds," according to the incident report. "Jackson was last seen wearing a blue jacket with a red beanie. At this time, David Jackson’s whereabouts are unknown. He is known to frequent the FXBGO bus line, downtown and the Spotsylvania Towne Centre."
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Anyone who has information about this case or knows Jackson's whereabouts is asked to contact Detective Tittle at 540-654-5778.
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If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault and needs resources or support, contact the Rappahannock Council Against Sexual Assault at rcasa.org or call their 24/7 hotline at 540-371-1666.
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