AMERICAN NEWS May 7, 2024
Chicago man with 52 prior arrests charged with imprisoning 15-year-old girl in basement, raping her over 5 months
The victim, who turned 16 while locked in Swift's basement, told prosecutors that she tried to escape on two occasions, but was forcibly denied both times.
Chicago man with 52 prior arrests charged with imprisoning 15-year-old girl in basement, raping her over 5 months
Vancouver, BC
May 7, 2024
A 48-year-old Chicago man has been arrested after allegedly kidnapping a 15-year-old girl and holding her captive in his basement for months, where he repeatedly drugged and raped her.
Derek Swift, who has 52 prior arrests, was subsequently charged with aggravated kidnapping, kidnapping, criminal sexual assault, and aggravated criminal sexual abuse.
According to CBS News, the victim was walking home on December 6, 2023 when Swift pulled up beside her and offered a ride. Once inside the vehicle, he allegedly forced her to drink alcohol and take pills.
After falling unconscious, the girl woke up in Swift's bed; she was naked.
Over the following five months, he allegedly locked her in the basement of his home on Chicago's south side and continued the cycle of abuse.
She was given a phone, but instructed only to use it when Swift called. He threatened to kill her if she dared phone or text anyone else to ask for help.
https://thepostmillennial.com/chicago-man-with-52-prior-arrests-charged-with-imprisoning-15-year-old-girl-in-basement-raping-her-over-5-months
