KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — Police say a Charlotte man has been arrested for raping a woman in Kannapolis.Β
The victim claims an acquaintance, Vernel Smith Jr., broke into her home and assaulted her both physically and sexually. Β
Police arrested Smith at his home on Mallard Hill Drive in Charlotte. Β He has been charged with first degree rape and forcible sexual offense.
He is currently being held in the Cabarrus County Jail on a $250,000 bond. Β The victim is at a hospital in stable condition. Β
