Motel guests stop rapist, save victim

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SAUGERTIES – A 21-year-old Purling man was remanded to the Ulster County Jail in lieu of $10,000 cash bail following his arrest on a charge of first-degree rape.

Austin Hollister was arrested on Sunday, August 16.

Saugerties Police responded to the Wenton Motel minutes after 3 a.m. following a 911 call for a woman yelling for help. Witnesses reported hearing her screaming that she was being raped.

Several motel guests were able to force their way into the motel room, allowing the woman to escape. One witness held the suspect on the ground until police arrived and took him into custody.

Police are continuing their investigation and additional charges may be filed.




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