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Veteran sentenced for kidnapping young woman from Starbucks, raping her on Veterans Day because he ‘deserved her’
By Emily Van de Riet at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
COLLINSVILLE, Ill. (Gray News) — A man was sentenced Thursday to 120 years in prison for kidnapping a young woman from a Starbucks parking lot and raping her at knifepoint.The assault happened at a Starbucks in Collinsville, Illinois, in November 2022.According to KTVI, prosecutors said Timothy J...
Key takeaway , 42, committed the crime on Veterans Day and told his victim he “deserved her” because he is a veteran.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The sentencing of Timothy J. Dubois Jr. to 120 years in prison for kidnapping and raping a young woman serves as a stark reminder of the potential for violent crime to occur in public spaces, even in areas like parking lots that are typically considered safe. In Nashville , where community events and public gatherings are common, the safety of residents and visitors is a top priority. The fact that Dubois targeted a Starbucks parking lot, a type of location that is ubiquitous in the Nashville area, highlights the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and the community. The use of technology, such as the Apple Watch that helped investigators track the victim's movements in this case, is also an important tool in combating crime and bringing perpetrators to justice. As Nashville continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that residents and visitors remain aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? COLLINSVILLE, Ill. (Gray News) — A man was sentenced Thursday to 120 years in prison for kidnapping a young woman from a Starbucks parking lot and raping her at knifepoint.The assault happened at a Starbucks in Collinsville, Illinois, in November 2022.According to KTVI, prosecutors said Timothy J...
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