Man accused of raping, choking 13-year-old girl

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man is accused of raping and choking a 13-year-old girl in Whitehaven.

Jermaine Edwards, 36, was charged with aggravated rape, being a convicted felon in possession of a handgun, and possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell marijuana.

On Sept. 9, officers responded to a prowler call in the 3700 block of Fontaine Road in Whitehaven.

According to reports, a 13-year-old girl and Edwards met officers…

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