Rockville Man Charged With Raping Woman He Met On JDate

ROCKVILLE, MD — Authorities have arrested a Rockville man they say sexually assaulted a woman he met on a Jewish date site.

William Gelfeld, 50, was charged with first-degree rape and first-degree assault, court records reveal. The attack, Montgomery County police say, took place in Rockville on Jan. 25.

Authorities say the victim and Gelfeld met on the online dating service "JDate" and arranged to meet at his home for dinner.

The victim, whose identity and age have not been released, told police that she was sexually assaulted at his place in Rockville. Police said that during the assault, Gelfeld wrapped his hand around her throat — making it hard for her to breathe.

Gelfeld was arrested four days later. He is currently being held without bond.

Police say they are concerned that there may be additional victims. Anyone who believes that he or she is a victim, or has any other information, should call the Special Victims Investigations Division at 240-773-5050.