Deputies: Dangerous Sexual Assault Suspect in Custody

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Story Created: Jan 31, 2013 at 12:57 AM EDT

Story Updated: Jan 31, 2013 at 12:57 AM EDT

ORANGEBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO) - Orangeburg County deputies say a man they considered extremely dangerous is now in custody.

Dietrich Funchess was arrested Wednesday night in connection with a sexual assault last Saturday.

Investigators say he approached the 20-year-old victim in his car and pulled out a handgun. That was after asking if the victim needed a ride.

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