Tuen Kit Lee, also known as the 'bad breath rapist,' was convicted in 2007 of raping a coworker in Quincy, Massachusetts. After fleeing the state, he was found living in a multimillion-dollar home in the Bay Area in early 2024. He was apprehended by law enforcement after being on the run for over 16 years.
Key Points
Tuen Kit Lee, convicted of raping a coworker in Quincy, Massachusetts, was found living in a multimillion-dollar home in Diablo, Bay Area.
He had been on the run for over 16 years before being apprehended by law enforcement in early 2024.
Lee was residing in California with his partner, who was unaware of his true identity.
Law enforcement received a tip leading to his discovery and arrest.
Pros
Law enforcement successfully located and apprehended a fugitive who had been on the run for over 16 years.
Cons
Victim and her family had to endure years of uncertainty and fear while the fugitive remained at large.