An Albuquerque man who was convicted and sentenced for the rape of a 13-year-old girl in 1988 has added six more convictions to his history of violent sex crimes.
The Albuquerque Journal reports that 58-year-old Joseph Blea pleaded no contest Monday to five counts of first degree rape and one count of kidnapping involving attacks on three victims between 1990 and 1993.
A District Attorney's Office spokeswoman in Albuquerque identified the victims as one child and two adults.
Each charge carries a basic sentence of 18 years. Prosecutors say the state has agreed to a cap of 54 years. Sentencing is set for July 30.
Blea was sentenced last week to 36 years for the 1988 rape of a 13-year-old. His was linked to the cases by DNA evidence.
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Information from: Albuquerque Journal.
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