Washington County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Fayetteville man Tuesday on charges he kidnapped, drugged and raped his former girlfriend.
Robert Browder, 30, of 16566 Harmon Road faces felony charges in connection with rape, kidnapping, third-degree domestic battery and violation of a protection order.
Deputies called to Northwest Medical Center-Springdale for a battery report just before 1 p.m. Saturday.
Browder’s ex-girlfriend told police he forced her to go to his camper and use drugs. She said Browder wouldn’t let her leave and forced her to have sex, according to a police report. The woman told police Browder placed a syringe in her arm and administered methamphetamine.
The woman told deputies she was afraid of Browder because she knew he would hurt her if she refused him or tried to leave. She said he slapped her on the face and pushed her down the steps of his camper, injuring her leg.
The woman said the incident continued for nearly two weeks, but she was unsure because of prolonged drug use.
Browder’s mother came to his house and the woman requested she be taken to the hospital, according to police. Browder was arrested at the hospital and taken to the Washington County Detention Center, where he was being held without bond Tuesday.