Suspected Rapist On The Run In South Baldwin County

Orange Beach Police are investigating an alleged rape and assault in the Josephine area. Police say it happened before 2:00 p.m. Friday. In a press release, police say the victim was taken to a secluded area off County Road 95 near Josephine. Police say the victim was hit several times and then forced to have sex. Police say the victim knew her attacker. Police also say another woman was with the suspect when the alleged crime took place. The victim was then dropped off at a store in Elberta. Police were called and so were paramedics. Police say the victim was treated at a local hospital and released. The case is still under investigation. Police do not say if an arrest has been made in the case.