The Brief

Kevin Coe, the man known as the "South Hill Rapist," was released from McNeil Island and will reside in a Federal Way halfway house.

Experts believe Coe, now in his mid-70s and in poor health, is unlikely to re-offend, but community concerns persist.

Federal Way officials acknowledge residents' worries but state Coe's presence poses minimal public safety risk.

FEDERAL WAY, Wash. - Kevin Coe, the man known as the "South Hill Rapist," was released from McNeil Island Thursday.

Experts said it's unlikely he will re-offend due to health issues, saying that they don't have enough evidence to keep him on McNeil Island.

The backstory:

Coe has been behind bars since the early 80's. It's believed he raped up to 32 women in Spokane area.

But, he ultimately only served time for one

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