Pillowcase Rapist Released From Prison

LAS VEGAS - The Pillowcase Rapist, released from prison in California though still considered dangerous, was met by police who told him he was not welcome here.

Reginald Muldrew, 47, so named nicknamed because he put pillowcases over his victims' heads, assured police yesterday: "I'm passing through and eventually I will be out of Las Vegas."

While police said there was nothing they could do to keep Muldrew from visiting, Lt. Brad Simpson gave the city an ominous warning: "He is out there."

Muldrew left the airport with one bag and went to an undisclosed hotel.

Muldrew was convicted of four rapes and 13 related sex, burglary and robbery offenses in 1978 and was sentenced to 25 years.

Under the sentencing law at the time of his conviction, he shortened his term through good behavior and was eligible for parole in 16 years. If sentenced today, he would be sent to prison for 25 years to life.

When released from an undisclosed prison yesterday, California corrections spokeswoman Christine May said Muldrew "suffers from a mental disorder which makes him a danger to others. But he has served his maximum time in prison," she said.

Muldrew does not have to report to California parole officers and cannot be restricted in his travel or residence. However, if he remains in Nevada for 48 hours, he would have to register with

police.