People v. Willie Johnson

Defendant, along with co-defendant Edwards, was tried for rape, MCLA 750.520; MSA 28.788, assault with intent to commit sodomy, MCLA 750.85; MSA 28.280, and assault with intent to commit gross indecency, MCLA 750.85; MSA 28.280. On November 21, 1973, a jury in Recorder’s Court found defendant guilty of assault with intent to commit sodomy, but acquitted as to the remaining charges.

Complainant, Geraldine Ratliff, testified that she was returning from a visit with a friend at about midnight. She met two other friends while walking home and stopped to talk. Defendant and Edwards approached her,…