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Newton Man Arrested On Rape Charge

October 27, 2024 By Richard C. Gilbert

Jose Antonio Casanova

A Newton man is facing a charge of rape.

Jose Antonio Casanova, age 42, was taken into custody on Saturday by Newton Police Officers. He’s charged with second-degree forcible rape and is being held without bond in the Catawba County Jail. Casanova is scheduled to make a first appearance in court on Monday.

Photo: Newton Police Department

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