City in Panic From Serial Attacks. He Escaped Jail. Special Episode. The vibrant city of Miami found itself in the grip of fear. A serial attacker, later dubbed the Shenandoah Rapist, stalked the streets, leaving a trail of trauma and panic in his wake. This is the story of a community under siege, the relentless pursuit of justice, and the shocking twists that kept a city on edge. The interview with Detective Cox is available as a free podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms. A Community Living in Fear From 2002 to 2003, Miami's Little Havana and Shenandoah neighborhoods became hunting grounds for a predator. The serial rapist targeted females indiscriminately, with victims ranging from children as young as 11 to elderly women in their late 70s. As attacks mounted, so did the fear. Residents locked their doors, watched their children closely, and eyed strangers with suspicion. Be sure to check out the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and most all social media platforms. The Miami-Dade Police Department found itself under immense pressure. Detective Wayne Cox, one of the lead investigators, shouldered the burden of tracking down this elusive criminal and restoring peace to the terrorized communities. The Elusive Predator, City in Panic From Serial Attacks. He Escaped Jail. Despite the best efforts of law enforcement, the Shenandoah Rapist remained a shadow. Described as an immigrant with a Central American accent, he blended seamlessly into the diverse Miami landscape. Each attack added to the growing frustration and criticism faced by the police department. As weeks turned into months, authorities increased the reward for information to $25,000, hoping to break the case. The community was on edge, desperate for any lead that might bring the nightmare to an end. Keep informed by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media platforms. A Breakthrough and a Setback. City in Panic From Serial Attacks. He Escaped Jail. Special Episode. The case nearly cracked open when a brave Miami resident confronted the suspect during an attempted assault on his sister-in-law. In the ensuing struggle, the attacker managed to escape, but not before leaving behind crucial evidence - his DNA from biting his pursuer. The real breakthrough came on September 19, 2003. A sharp-eyed Miami police officer, acting on instinct, pulled over a vehicle matching the description of the suspect's car. The driver provided a DNA sample that would prove to be the key to unlocking the case. As the DNA results came back positive, Miami breathed a collective sigh of relief. The police department celebrated the arrest, believing the reign of terror was finally over. But the story was far from finished. Listen to this interview as a free podcast on our website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Escape from Justice. City in Panic From Serial Attacks.  In a shocking turn of events that seemed ripped from the pages of a thriller, the accused serial rapist orchestrated a daring escape from jail on December 20, 2003. Along with another inmate, he climbed through a vent in the ceiling of his cell, made his way to the sixth-floor roof, and used bed sheets as a makeshift rope to rappel down the building. The escape se