Raleigh Man Arrested on Multiple Charges in Sexual Assault of Juvenile Female

RALEIGH, NC – The Raleigh Police Department has identified and arrested Mmende Msombo, 24, in connection with an alleged sexual assault on a juvenile female. Msombo faces multiple charges, including Sexual Battery, Second Degree Forcible Rape, Second Degree Forcible Sexual Offense, and First-Degree Kidnapping. He was apprehended on October 30.

The investigation began early that day when, at approximately 9:53 a.m., officers responded to reports of a sexual assault in the 900 block of Ileagnes Road near Peach Road Park. Upon arrival, they found a juvenile female who had suffered injuries consistent with an assault. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Officers conducted a search of the area and interviewed potential witnesses. Images of the suspect were released to the public, and Raleigh Police extended their gratitude for the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect.

Additional patrols will remain in the area in the coming days. The Raleigh Police Department encourages anyone with further information regarding this case to contact them at (919) 996-3335 or submit a tip online via CrimeStoppers at raleighcrimestoppers.org under the “Leave a Tip” option.