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A Georgia resident stands accused of a brutal attack on a woman he allegedly hired for house cleaning, involving a screwdriver assault and sexual violence.
Ezekiel Jackson, aged 23, is facing multiple charges, including three counts of rape, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, and aggravated assault, all tied to an incident purportedly occurring on April 6. This information comes from a statement released by the Canton Police Department.
Ezekiel Jackson Accused of Raping Woman For Hours
Authorities report that Jackson reached out to the victim via a messaging application to arrange for her cleaning services at his residence.
Upon her arrival, Jackson allegedly attacked her with a screwdriver, inflicting a facial fracture and eye injury, as detailed in an arrest warrant acquired by 11 Alive.
Subsequently, police allege he coerced her into a bedroom, where the assault continued for hours, both on the bed and in the shower. The ordeal reportedly started around 10 a.m. and concluded at about 5 p.m., when the victim persuaded Jackson to seek medical help for her severe head injuries, as described by police.
“At some point, the victim was able to persuade Jackson to take her to the hospital under the pretense they were in a relationship and that her injuries were the result of a fall while cleaning,” police said in the statement. “While at the hospital, the victim disclosed the assault to medical staff, who immediately notified law enforcement.”
Canton Police responded to the Northside Cherokee Hospital and took Jackson—who was still waiting for the victim to be discharged—into custody without incident, police said.
He is currently being held without bond at the Cherokee County Detention Center.
Oxygen reached out to Jackson’s appointed attorney Ivrol Hines, but did not receive an immediate reply.
The investigation remains ongoing.
The Canton Police Department encouraged others to “use caution” when accepting job opportunities from anyone online.
“Always take steps to verify who you are meeting, avoid going alone to private residences, and ensure a trusted person is aware of your location and plans,” they noted in the release. “Encounters arranged with unfamiliar individuals, especially in isolated settings, carry inherent risks, and simple precautions can significantly improve personal safety.”