Crime

Shawnee police search for 18-year-old accused of breaking into homes, sexual assault

By Joe Robertson

Police are seeking help locating an 18-year-old man accused of breaking into three homes in Shawnee and attempting or committing sexual assaults.

An arrest warrant was issued for William Louis Elliot on suspicion of aggravated burglary and aggravated sexual battery, police said.

Shawnee police asked for help Monday locating William L. Elliot, 18, on accusations of breaking into three residences and committing sexual assaults or attempted assaults.
Shawnee police asked for help Monday locating William L. Elliot, 18, on accusations of breaking into three residences and committing sexual assaults or attempted assaults. Shawnee Police Department

The attacks happened over the last few days — twice in apartments and once in a single family home, police said.

Two of the attacks occurred near 75th and Goddard streets, and a third happened more than three miles away, near 55th and Caenen streets.

Shawnee detectives are following up on leads with the help of the Johnson County Criminalistics Laboratory, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911, the Shawnee Police Department at 913-631-2150, or the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-8477.

This story was originally published October 1, 2018 at 3:40 PM.

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