Two arrested in rape, kidnapping case

The rape and kidnapping of a 15-year-old girl have led to the arrest of 41-year-old Daniel C. Patterson and a 17-year-old male.

An incident, which was first reported at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday indicated it was a disturbance near the Marland Mansion was unfounded. A second call at 10:15 p.m. to the Communications Center initiated the response of officers to 821 Edgewood.

Patterson is being held for rape, kidnapping and providing alcohol to minors. The 17-year-old has been transported to a state detention facility, and is charged with kidnapping and rape.

The investigation is continuing, the Ponca City Police Department reported.