A Cleveland man accused of raping a teenage victim over an eight-month stretch is wanted. Paul Ellison faces 16 counts of rape, several counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor, and one count of sexual battery, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.
According to Cleveland 19 News, Ellison is accused of raping his victim multiple times between August 2025 and March 2026, allegedly providing alcohol during some of the attacks. The station reports that Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County considers Ellison a sexually violent predator, and that he has a criminal history with the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department dating back to 2003.
The formal charges carry severe weight under Ohio law. Rape is a first-degree felony under Ohio Revised Code Section 2907.02.
Sexually Violent Predator Description
Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County considers Ellison a sexually violent predator.
Ellison also faces counts of unlawful sexual conduct with a minor.
The station's report describes Ellison as five feet ten inches tall and roughly 160 pounds. His last known location was the 4900 block of Train Avenue in Cleveland, per the same account.
Tip Line and Reward Details
Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County is asking anyone with information about Ellison's whereabouts to call 216-252-7463. Calls can be made anonymously, and the organization is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment.
Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County dates to 1977, according to the Cleveland Police Foundation. In January, the foundation announced a partnership with Crime Stoppers focused on public awareness, cooperation, information-sharing and safer Cleveland neighborhoods.
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Ellison is accused of rape and other offenses.
