Page 8 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 2, 2024 Malden man, 36, one of pair convicted in 2020 rape at Everett hotel Sentencing in case scheduled for this morning in Middlesex Superior Court Advocate Staff Report A 36-year-old Malden man and a second man from Chelsea were both convicted of rape charges in connection with a February 2020 case that took place at an Everett hotel. The defendants were scheduled to be sentenced in Middlesex SuGerry D’Ambrosio Attorney-at-Law Is Your Estate in Order? Do you have an update Will, Health Care Proxy or Power of Attorney? If Not, Please Call for a Free Consultation. 14 Proctor Avenue, Revere (781) 284-5657 perior Court this morning, Friday, August 2 (after Advocate press time), by Judge Laurence Pierce. Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Everett Chief of Police Paul Strong stated that William Gomez-Rojas, 31, of Chelsea, was found guilty of one count of rape and one count of aggravated rape, and Jose Morales Jr., 36, of Malden, was found guilty of one count MHS | FROM PAGE 2 ing for National Postal and National Hearst championships, along with American Legion, Civilian League, and various local league honors, securing victories and awarded trophies for each. A girls’ team would make its debut in 1936, taking top honors in many local matches and winning league championships, as well. Their success would continue until 1958, of aggravated rape by a Middlesex Superior Court jury. According to prosecutors, on February 22, 2020, the victim, a 22-year-old woman, accompanied Gomez-Rojas to a party held at a hotel in Everett. Prosecutors said that in the early morning hours of February 23, 2020, both defendants sexually assaulted the victim in Gomez-Rojas’ hotel room, despite her efforts to escape. Once she was able to escape, when two girls were chosen to participate on the boys’ team, due to their advanced marksmanship. In 1963, just one coed team would be formed, and many teams would be headed by female captains, some taking high scoring honors for the entire season. Coach Taylor would leave the coaching ranks in 1964 after an amazing 37-year run. Many of Coach Taylor’s teams would go undefeated and win numerous league titles. Mr. John Carroll, meteorology and earth science teacher, would succeed Mr. Taylor as coach. In his first year at the helm, Coach Carroll would lead the Golden Tornadoes to a record of 8-1 and another Middlesex League Championship competing against the high schools of Concord, Marlborough, Newton, Melrose, Watertown, Wayland, Acton, Bedford, and the always competitive team from Waltham, which defeated MHS in a three-point loss the following year of 1965. Although claiming second-place honors with an 8-1 record, they secured the highest average in the league at 907. In 1966, an 11-1 record would be the result, losing to champion Waltham High School by a mere two points, while also defeating the Northeastern Unishe immediately went to the hospital, completed a rape kit and reported the incident to the Everett Police Department. Investigators were able to collect surveillance video from the hotel and DNA evidence that tied William Gomez-Rojas to the rape kit done by the victim at the hospital. This case was investigated by the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office and the Everett Police Department. versity freshman team twice in practice sessions. During Mr. Carroll’s tenure as coach, MHS would secure several Middlesex League titles – with the 1967 squad proclaimed, “Malden High’s Team of the Year.” Coach Carroll would also schedule practice matches against rifle teams of Wentworth Institute, M.I.T., Boston College, and Northeastern University. MHS would more than hold their own against these schools of higher learning, defeating some in the process. Mr. Carroll would leave the coaching ranks with a record of 132-28, or a winning percentage of .820. Due to the demolition of the old Malden High School building and rifle range, practices would be moved to a local armory. Although the rifle program would continue with some successful seasons under new coach Ray Coombs in 1982 and 1983, the rifle program came to an end in the late 1980s, the direct result of a dwindling lack of interest, along with the absence of a convenient practice venue – an incredible run of nearly 75 years in a sport long forgotten. “Nipper 9 at 3 o’clock,” bellowed Coach Carroll, as he scoped each round fired. Those who are in the know, will remember! For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 or Info@advocatenews.net
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