Durham Police Searching for Man Wanted in Multiple Sexual Assault Cases
DURHAM, NC — Durham Police are actively searching for Kendrick Lynn Yates, 35, who is wanted in connection with four separate sexual assault cases. Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are urging the public to come forward with any information.
Facing Multiple Felony Charges
Yates, a Durham resident, has been formally charged with the following offenses:
- 2 counts of Statutory Rape of a Child by an Adult
- 1 count of Statutory Sex Offense with a Child by an Adult
- 3 counts of Second-Degree Forcible Rape
- 2 counts of Second-Degree Forcible Sexual Offense
Due to the sensitive nature of the investigation and the involvement of minors, no further case details are being released at this time.
Authorities Seek Public Assistance
Durham Police believe there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward.
“If you have been a victim or have information related to these cases, please contact us,” the department urged in a public statement.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Investigator C. Park at 919-560-4440 ext. 29321. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to CrimeStoppers at (919) 683-1200 or durhamcrimestoppers.org. CrimeStoppers offers cash rewards up to $2,000 for tips leading to felony arrests. Callers never have to identify themselves.
Durham CrimeStoppers
CrimeStoppers is a tip line that allows tipsters to report criminal activity anonymously. It is a partnership between the community, the media, law enforcement agencies, and businesses working together to solve crime. Callers are encouraged, via cash rewards and a promise of anonymity, to provide information leading to the arrest of suspected criminals. Information related to unsolved crimes and searching for wanted persons is distributed to the community via various forms of media. Tipsters are encouraged to call CrimeStoppers and anonymously give any information about the unsolved crime or fugitive. CrimeStoppers forwards the information to the investigating law enforcement agency within Durham County. If the information is used by law enforcement and leads to a felony arrest, the tipster may be eligible to receive a cash reward. Reward payments range from a minimum of $100 to a maximum of $2,000, depending on the severity of the crime. Visit www.durhamcrimestoppers.org for more information.