A Kennesaw man accused of raping a girl at a downtown apartment complex in December was taken into custody Monday and is now being held in Cobb County, authorities say. Officials identified the suspect as Shakeithen Wallace, who is facing multiple felony charges tied to the case.
Arrest and charges
Wallace was arrested Monday in Barrow County and charged with rape, aggravated child molestation, sodomy, enticing a child and grooming a minor, according to a booking report cited by Atlanta News First. Arrest warrants state the alleged assault occurred on Dec. 3 at 2825 S Main St NW, listed in public rental records as the Revival on Main Apartments in downtown Kennesaw, and say the victim was younger than 17.
Investigators allege Wallace contacted the girl over social media and by phone to pressure her into sexual activity, according to the report. Jail records show he is being held at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center.
Custody and records
Cobb County’s detention information pages include an online inmate-search tool and phone contacts for the Adult Detention Center, which the public can use to check custody and bond status for people booked into the jail. Family members or attorneys looking for updates can also use the sheriff’s online resources or call the detention center directly for information on status and visitation. Cobb County Sheriff's Office
Legal stakes
The slate of charges against Wallace ranks among the most serious under Georgia law and can carry lengthy prison sentences if prosecutors secure convictions. Aggravated child molestation and enticing a child for indecent purposes, for example, are punished harshly under state statutes (Justia and Justia), and rape and related sex offenses are typically prosecuted aggressively in state court. These allegations have not been proven in court, and Wallace remains presumed innocent unless and until he is found guilty through the legal process. FindLaw
Resources for survivors
Anyone affected by this case or by sexual violence generally can reach out for help through Cobb County victim services or by calling the national RAINN hotline at 1-800-656-4673 for confidential support and referrals. Local and national advocates can assist with crisis counseling, information on forensic exams and guidance on safety and protective options. RAINN
The investigation is ongoing, and prosecutors have not yet released a formal court schedule in the case. We will continue to track court filings and statements from local law enforcement and will update this story as new records or official information are made public.
