Man Arrested for Rape and Robbery of 74-Year-Old Woman in Central Islip

Arrest in Central Islip Attack

• 🎯 Jawaren Booker, 29, has been arrested and charged with raping and robbing a 74-year-old woman in her Central Islip apartment.
• ⚠️ Prosecutors state Booker allegedly wore a ski mask during the attack, which occurred in a normally quiet apartment complex.

Investigation and Evidence

• 🔍 Investigators were able to identify Booker due to fingerprints left on a perfume bottle and surveillance video.
• 👏 The victim's quick thinking in calling 911 also aided the investigation, allowing police to be on the trail faster.
• 🚓 The arrest was the result of a massive police investigation involving multiple jurisdictions and a four-day manhunt.

Charges and Community Impact

• ⚖️ Booker has been arraigned on charges of first-degree rape and burglary.
• 💬 Neighbors expressed shock and disgust over the incident, highlighting the violation of safety within their community.
• ❓ Authorities currently do not believe the victim knew her alleged attacker or the motive behind the targeting.