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Jogger Fights Off Attacker in Daylight Assault
12 Aug
Summary
- A woman was attacked while jogging in Middleburg on Tuesday morning.
- The victim fought off her assailant and sought help from a nearby home.
- The suspect was apprehended by authorities within 30 minutes of the call.
A disturbing daylight assault occurred Tuesday morning in Middleburg when a jogger was attacked along Tynes Boulevard. The 22-year-old assailant, Jayson Thomas, reportedly grabbed the woman from behind, dragged her into nearby woods, and began to forcibly remove her clothing.
The victim demonstrated remarkable courage by fighting off her attacker and escaping into a nearby residence, where she alerted authorities. Responding deputies swiftly initiated a search, leading to Thomas's apprehension within 30 minutes of the 911 call. During the search, Thomas evaded capture by running through backyards and briefly entering an occupied home before being taken into custody.
As a precautionary measure, Tynes Elementary School was placed on a hold during the search, though authorities confirmed the incident was unrelated to the school. The victim was treated for minor injuries at a local hospital. Thomas faces charges including kidnapping, attempted sexual battery, burglary, and resisting arrest without violence.
