Police Seeking Dangerous Teen Suspect on Sexual Assault Charges

Rashad Deihim, 19, of Saugus is accused of assault with intent to rape, kidnapping, indecent assault and battery on a person 14 or older, and posing or exhibiting a child in a sexual act.

Police in Saugus, Massachusetts, are seeking a dangerous suspect who is wanted on multiple charges, including sexually assaulting a 16-year-old girl and sharing it on social media.

The Essex County DA's office confirms Rashad Deihim, 19, and two others recorded part of this Sept. 3 attack and shared it on Snapchat, a social media app.

A young lady received the Snapchat and immediately reported it to police.

Deihim is accused of assault with intent to rape, kidnapping, indecent assault and battery on a person 14 or older, and posing or exhibiting a child in a sexual act.

The suspect is described as a 19-year-old male with brown hair and a skinny build. He is between 5'8" and 5'11" and weighs between 180 and 185 pounds. He is considered dangerous and may be attempting to flee the state.

Two other have already been charged in the case.

Kailyn Bonia, 18, was arraigned on Sept. 12. She was held without bail after a dangerousness hearing on Sept. 19. She pleaded not guilty to assault to rape, indecent assault and battery on a person under 14, and kidnapping.

A 17-year-old juvenile who was not identified was charged with dissemination of child porn and assault to rape.

Anyone with information should call Saugus Police immediately at 781-941-1199 or call the Saugus Police Anonymous Tip Line at 781-231-4037. 

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