Admitted Lake Highlands rapist faces 5-99 years in prison

Admitted Lake Highlands rapist faces 5-99 years in prison

Cesar Benitez, the man accused of sexually attacking three Lake Highlands women last year, pled not guilty on all charges and a trial was set for today, but during jury selection the defendant changed his mind, reports KRLD from the courthouse.

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Dallas County judge Ernest White will sentence Benitez at a later date.

Police reportedly had some strong DNA evidence implicating Benitez in the crimes. Read our report on Benitez’ previous arrest for peeping in women’s dressing rooms and about his immigration status here.