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District resident Charles Thompson, Jr., 38, was arrested over the weekend and charged for allegedly attempting to sexually assault a woman inside a home in the 3900 block of Davis Place NW.
On Saturday, Thompson and his victim were inside an apartment when he brandished what was believed to be a handgun - later determined to be a replica - and attempted to engage in a forced sex act with the woman.
When he was rebuffed, police say that Thompson forced the victim to remain in the apartment until she was able to escape at approximately 2:20 p.m. on Sunday, April 7.
Responding officers attempted to coax Thompson out of the apartment, but he refused, prompting a barricade to be declared. He eventually relented shortly after 9:45 p.m. on Sunday night, opened his door, and was arrested without further incident.
Thompson was charged with assault with intent to commit first-degree sexual abuse, kidnapping, and assault with a dangerous weapon.
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