57-year-old sex offender Brooks kidnaps and assaults Clemson University student, flees, is later arrested.

Darrell Scott Brooks, a 57-year-old released sex offender, is accused of attacking and kidnapping a Clemson University student. On September 10, he allegedly convinced her to give him a ride, then assaulted her with a knife before she escaped. Brooks fled in her vehicle but was later arrested after crashing. He faces charges including kidnapping and assault. Clemson University is advising students on safety measures in light of the incident.