Police: Rockford man hides from officers in an attic after attacking a woman

ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police arrested Matthew Helm, 42, for allegedly attacking a woman before hiding from officers in an attic.

Authorities responded to reports of domestic violence in the 1700 block of Auburn Street on July 17, around 9:30 p.m. Police saw Helm run back into the house when they arrived.

Helm proceeded to break an upstairs window, court documents show.

Officers entered the home and found Helm inside the attic. He was taken into custody shortly after…

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