TX- Eric J. Gipson Sr., 40, arrested after DNA linked him to four sexual assault cold cases, Beaumont, 21 August 2025.

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August 21, 2025

Beaumont police arrest 40-year-old man in connection with 4 serial sexual assault cold cases after DNA match

Eric J. Gipson Sr. was arrested after DNA linked him to four sexual assault cold cases. He faces multiple felony charges.

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'BEAUMONT, Texas — A 40-year-old Beaumont man was arrested Thursday afternoon in connection with four cold case sexual assaults after DNA evidence linked him to the crimes.
Eric J. Gipson Sr. was taken into custody around 3:30 p.m. by the Beaumont Police Department's Special Crimes Unit and Special Assignment Unit officers.'

'Police obtained a search warrant for Gipson's DNA after identifying him as a potential suspect. Laboratory analysis confirmed his DNA matched evidence collected in all four cases.'

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Aug 21, 2025
Eric J. Gipson Sr. was arrested after DNA linked him to four sexual assault cold cases. He faces multiple felony charges.

 

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BREAKING: BPD arrests suspect in cold case serial rapes

Beaumont Police have arrested a man they call a suspected serial rapist linked by DNA to at least four cold cases, stemming from attacks between 2018-2024, acco

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''Beaumont Police say they commend the "outstanding work of our Special Crimes Unit and SAU officers for their diligent efforts in bringing this investigation to a successful resolution. We also extend our gratitude to the Texas Rangers Division and the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) Project for their critical assistance and support throughout this case."

The investigation is still on going anyone with information is asked to call BPD at (409)832-1234 or Southeast Texas Crime Stoppers at 409-833-TIPS (8477). You can also download the P3 Tips app on your smartphone. All Crime Stoppers tips are anonymous and you may be eligible for a cash reward.''