Man arrested after breaking into Tampa home, sexually assaulting resident: police

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – Tampa police say a man is behind bars after he broke into a Tampa home, sexually assaulted the resident and then fled the home.

On the night of May 10, police say the suspect, 28-year-old Jordan Davis, broke into a home near North Nebraska Avenue and East Ellicott Street.

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Davis entered the home and attacked the woman, identified only as being in her early 60s, according to TPD. The victim immediately called 911, reported the incident and gave police a description of the perpetrator.

According to police, Davis was found nearby and attempted to flee from officers. He was arrested near East Hillsborough Avenue and I-275 and taken to Orient Road Jail.

Davis was charged with sexual assault and burglary of a dwelling causing bodily harm.

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