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Manhunt launched in Maryland for rape suspect who removed GPS monitor while on pretrial release

Police in St. Mary’s County, Maryland, are searching for accused rapist Walter Crouse Prentiss, who is wanted for violating the terms of his pretrial release and removing his GPS monitor.

Mr. Prentiss was to be tried on one count of first-degree rape, three counts of first-degree assault, and three counts of second-degree assault and malicious destruction of property, according to St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.

Mr. Prentiss’ alleged crimes include domestic incidents reported by his wife, who obtained a protective order against Mr. Prentiss in December 2021, according to the Southern Maryland News newspaper.

Mr. Prentiss had been released from pretrial detention on Sept.