Felon On Probation Allegedly Kidnaps, Rapes 14-Year-Old Girl While She Was Walking Dog

A 22-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly kidnapping and raping a 14-year-old girl while she was out walking her dog in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Tyquan Osborne, a convicted felon on probation, was charged by detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department for his alleged involvement in the sexual assault, WBTV reported.

The victim reported to authorities on Sept. 15 that a man approached her while she was walking her dog near the 900 block of West Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte Observer reported, citing Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.

The man had a casual conversation with the 14-year-old before allegedly physically forcing her into a car. He then allegedly took her to another location, where he sexually assaulted her, police said.

The girl received medical attention at a local hospital, and evidence was collected, according to authorities.

Police identified Osborne as the suspect, and warrants were issued for his arrest. It was not mentioned how authorities identified him as the suspect.

Osborne was arrested Thursday without incident. At the time of his arrest, he allegedly had a stolen gun in his possession, police said.

Osborne was charged Friday with three counts of statutory rape, three counts of indecent liberties with a child, first-degree kidnapping, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a stolen firearm and carrying a concealed weapon.

During the investigation, it was found that Osborne had been arrested at least 10 other times, Fox 8 reported. The incidents he had been involved in include assault on a female, larceny of a vehicle, shooting into an occupied dwelling, armed robbery and firearms possession, the report said.

The investigation into Osborne's latest case remains is ongoing. Authorities are seeking the public’s help for any information related to the kidnapping and rape of the 14-year-old girl.

People who may have information on the case are urged to call the police at 911. The public can also anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or charlottecrimestoppers.com.