FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- A Visalia man, 53-year old Tommy Ponce, Sr., has been convicted by a jury of raping an unconscious woman.
He faces over 40 years to life at the sentencing hearing.
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Ponce was arrested on Dec. 7, 2017 after DNA obtained from an exam of 21-year old rape victim matched Ponce.
The woman had met Ponce while walking home after a fight with her boyfriend. Ponce had offered to help her get home.
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Tulare County District Attorney's office says Ponce has an extensive criminal history including unlawful sex with a minor, domestic violence and robbery.
53-year old Tommy Ponce, Sr. has been convicted by a jury of raping an unconscious woman.