Attempted rape suspect charged after months-long investigation

Jacksonville Beach, Fla — On Friday police announced a suspect has been charged in connection to an burglary and attempted sexual battery in Jacksonville Beach last year.

Investigators say on Sept. 9. Ronald Charles Green, III, broke into a woman’s home and attempted to sexually assault her while she was asleep.

According to a report, the victim fought back, screaming for help, causing Green to run from the home.

Green is currently being held in the Duval County Jail on $705,009 bond.

Detectives with the Jacksonville Beach Police Department say they spent the next several months investigating, submitting evidence to FDLE.