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Bond Denied for Brevard County Suspect in Alleged Knifepoint Sexual Assault

The case stems from a Jan. 5 report that a woman was attacked during a home invasion while moving out.

Overview

  • Kelvin Johnson was taken into custody on Jan. 7 by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office GAMEOVER Task Force after investigators obtained a warrant.
  • A judge ordered Johnson held without bond, citing 30 prior arrests and 21 convictions, and set his next court date for Feb. 3.
  • Johnson faces charges of sexual battery, home invasion robbery, aggravated assault and violation of probation, and he is being held at the Brevard County Jail.
  • Deputies say the victim’s description, including details of the suspect’s appearance, together with surveillance images led to Johnson’s identification.
  • According to the sheriff’s office, the victim sought help from a neighbor after the attacker fled with her phone and car keys, and the investigation remains active.