In April of 2017, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into a report made by a 15 year old female juvenile that she had been provided drugs and raped by 45 year old Jason Robert Budel, of Riddle. Detectives learned of a connection between the victim and suspect and followed up on that connection. On September 27, 2017, after several months of investigation, Budel was contacted and interviewed by Sheriff’s Office Detectives. Following the interview, Budel was arrested and lodged at the Douglas County Jail. His charges include: Rape I, Sodomy I, Sex Abuse II, Delivery of Methamphetamine to Person Under 18, and Probation Violation.