Suspect Arrested In Attempted Rape of Elderly Victim

CHARLOTTE, NC– A Charlotte man was arrested for attempted sexual assault that occurred in the Westover Division.

Reports say early Thursday, September 18, police responded to a physical assault call for service in the 2700 block of Haverford place.

Upon arrival police say they spoke with an elderly female victim who said she allowed the suspect inside and then he attempted to sexually assault her.

After the suspect fled the scene police were able to identify the man as Kenneth Earl Sumpter, upon completion of the interview Mr. Sumpter was charged with 2nd degree Kidnapping, 2nd agree attempted rape and 2nd degree attempted sex offense.