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Alabama football recruit Deon Johnson arrested for rape

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Deon Johnson at practice. Source: WBRC file video Deon Johnson at practice. Source: WBRC file video
BALDWIN COUNTY, AL (WBRC) -

An Alabama football recruit has been arrested and charged with rape.

Wide receiver Deon Johnson was arrested by authorities Thursday, Sept. 6, on charges of second degree rape and sodomy. 

The Spanish Fort High School football star was booked into the Baldwin County Corrections Center Thursday evening. The 18-year-old was released on a $20,000 bond.

Johnson committed to the Crimson Tide in April 2012 over offers from LSU, Auburn and Mississippi State.

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