DALLAS, TX – Authorities are intensifying their investigation into a harrowing case involving the alleged sexual assault of a 17-year-old girl, as they search for additional victims and another suspect. Four men have already been apprehended in connection with the incident, which reportedly occurred in a residential area near Clay Mathis and Edward Church Roads in Mesquite.
The disturbing details emerged when the young victim recounted her ordeal to the police. According to her testimony, she was subjected to a series of assaults, some at gunpoint and others while she was unconscious. Law enforcement officials are concerned there may be more victims who have yet to come forward.
The sequence of events began when the teenager encountered one of the suspects at a beauty supply store in Balch Springs. They exchanged Instagram handles and later agreed to meet for a rendezvous involving smoking and consensual sex. However, upon arriving at the designated house in Mesquite, the situation took a terrifying turn.
The victim alleges she was held at gunpoint on three separate occasions and forced to endure multiple assaults. She was coerced into having sex with two individuals and performing oral sex on five. The arrest affidavits reveal that one suspect pressed a firearm against her head, asserting dominance over the situation.
In addition to the physical assaults, the victim reported being given alcohol and marijuana, leading to severe intoxication and vomiting. At one point, she stated that a man engaged in sexual activity with her while she was unconscious.
The suspects, identified as Cortez Bickham, Eric King, Charles Turner, and Larome Fisher, range in age from 19 to 34. Authorities have confirmed that they are still pursuing a fifth individual believed to be involved. Following the assault, the victim received medical attention and was interviewed by detectives at Children’s Hospital.
In a troubling revelation, police have noted multiple reports of sex offenses associated with the same residence. They are urging anyone with information about additional incidents to contact the Mesquite Police Department.