Chow PD makes assault arrest

Chowchilla Police Department officers responded to a call of a sexual assault in the City of Chowchilla last week.

Upon arrival on August 1, officers contacted the juvenile who had suffered injuries from the assault. Immediately, the victim was taken to Valley Children’s Hospital for treatment, and underwent a surgery due to the injuries sustained during this violent crime.

Through the investigation, CPD identified the suspect in this case. With the assistance of the Madera Sheriff’s Office, CPD was able to have detectives watch the residence in Chowchilla where the suspect resides. The suspect in the case was seen leaving the residence, and was arrested by the detectives. He was interviewed, and booked into the Madera County Jail for attempted murder and rape.