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MOUNT STERLING, Ky. (FOX 56) — A man is accused of trying to rape a woman he reportedly attacked and robbed Monday morning in Mount Sterling.
An arrest citation alleged that Dakota Miles, 28, attacked a woman on the Adena Trail walking path in downtown Mount Sterling and dragged her to a nearby lumber building.
She told authorities that, around 7:30 a.m., she was on the walking path when Miles put her in a chokehold from behind before dragging her off. She said he demanded money, and she offered him her cell phone since she didn’t have any money on her.
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In the citation, the police noted that Miles reportedly took her cell phone before pulling her clothes off and attempting to rape her.
Around 2:35 p.m., the police said they found Miles and arrested him. The woman later confirmed him as her alleged attacker, the police noted.
Records show he was charged with:
Kidnapping—adult
First-degree robbery
First-degree attempted rape
The police department confirmed that DNA samples were collected from her and Miles, and Adena Trail video footage was collected. Her cell phone was not found.
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During his interview, the police said Miles denied any involvement in the reported attack.
Court documents show he is expected in court at 11:01 a.m. on Aug. 18 for his arraignment.
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