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Posted: 2:50 p.m. Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Cameron Co. man accused of breaking into home, attempting to sexually assault woman

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By WJAC Web Staff

CAMERON COUNTY, Pa. —

 

A Cameron County man is accused of breaking into a home and attempting to sexually assault a woman.

 

Police said Adam Eckert entered a residence through an unlocked door Wednesday morning. According to police, Eckert proceeded to a bedroom where he attempted to sexually assault a woman who lived there. Police said the woman chased Eckert out of the room and she retrieved a hatchet.

 

The woman stayed in the kitchen area and waited for Pennsylvania State Police to arrive.

 

Eckert was charged with burglary, criminal trespass, criminal attempted rape and sexual assault, and other charges.

 

Police said Eckert did not post bail and was taken to the Potter County Jail.

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