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Czech Man Arrested for Holding Woman Captive and Assaulting Her for Months

A 27-year-old woman escaped after three months of captivity in a basement, leading to the arrest of a 40-year-old suspect west of Prague.

Overview

  • The suspect, a 40-year-old man, is accused of imprisoning and repeatedly assaulting a 27-year-old woman in a basement for approximately three months.
  • The victim managed to escape through a window and sought help from a neighbor in a village 70 kilometers west of Prague.
  • Police have charged the suspect with unlawful imprisonment, sexual assault, and coercion, with a potential sentence of up to 12 years if convicted.
  • The victim, found malnourished and in poor physical condition, is now receiving psychological support.
  • The case has drawn comparisons to other high-profile captivity crimes, highlighting its shocking and disturbing nature.