Ponca City police have arrested a 41 year old man in the rape and kidnapping of a 15 year old girl. Daniel C. Patterson and a 17 year old male were both arrested. The incident was first reported at 9:30 p.m. and indicated a disturbance near the Marland Mansion. A second call came in to the 911 communications center and initiated a response from officers to 821 Edgewood.
Patterson is being held for rape, kidnapping and providing alcohol to minors. The 17 year old has been transported to a state detention facility and is charged with kidnapping and rape. An investigation is continuing.