Springdale Man Arrested In Connection With Rape

Billy Pedro
Billy Pedro

SPRINGDALE -- A man was arrested Thursday in connection with the rape of a 17-year-old girl.

Billy Pedro, 33, of 1701 S. West End Street Apt. 70 in Springdale was arrested Thursday in connection with felony rape, according to the preliminary police report. The Arkansas Department of Health confirmed the 17-year-old is pregnant.

The teen told officers she is five months pregnant, according to the report. Pedro's wife told officers she recently made him move out because of the relationship.

Pedro remained in the Washington County Detention Center on Friday in lieu of $50,000 bond.

NW News on 05/10/2014

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