Bethel park man arrested after brutal rape and kidnapping, police say

Bethel Park man arrested after brutal rape and kidnapping, police say

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February 6, 2026

BETHEL PARK, PA – A 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a violent rape and kidnapping that left a woman terrorized inside and outside her Parkwood Road home, authorities confirmed Thursday.

Detectives with the Special Victims Unit said the victim was attacked inside her residence by her former boyfriend, identified as Calvin Bennett, after he allegedly broke in through a top-floor window. Police said the woman managed to escape briefly to seek help, but Bennett caught up with her outside and forced her into the rear passenger seat of his vehicle before fleeing.

On February 6, members of the Fugitive Apprehension Unit, working alongside Bethel Park Police, located and arrested Bennett on Highland Road without incident. He was transported to the Allegheny County Jail and is awaiting arraignment.

Investigators said Bennett faces a slate of felony charges, including rape, aggravated assault, kidnapping, sexual assault, unlawful restraint, robbery, false imprisonment, and two counts of involuntary deviate sexual intercourse.

Police credit collaboration for swift capture

Authorities said interagency cooperation was critical in locating and safely apprehending the suspect within days of the incident. The Special Victims Unit continues to investigate the case and provide assistance to the victim.

Court records show Bennett remains in custody pending a preliminary hearing. Law enforcement officials have not released additional details about the victim’s condition but said she is receiving support services.

• Calvin Bennett, 35, arrested in Bethel Park on February 6
• Charged with rape, kidnapping, and multiple related offenses
• Victim escaped briefly before being forced back into suspect’s vehicle

Police urge anyone with information related to the case to contact the Special Victims Unit.

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