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Search for suspect following attempted sexual assault in South Austin

Updated  September 19, 2019 3:45pm CDT
Crime and Public Safety
FOX 7 Austin

AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Police Department is looking for a suspect involved in an attempted sexual assault in southeast Austin. 

Sexual assault suspect

Police are asking for the public's help identifying and finding a suspect wanted for an attempted sexual assault.

The Austin Police Department Sex Crimes Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect wanted for the attempted sexual assault of a woman in the 6300 block of Bluff Springs Road on Thursday, September 19. The victim was walking in her apartment complex when she observed the suspect. She entered the breezeway of the complex when the suspect grabbed her by the back of her robe, according to police.

He attempted to pull the victim down to the ground, but she was able to fight and free herself.

The suspect tried to regain control, punching the victim in the face multiple times. The woman was ultimately able to free herself and run to safety.

The suspect is described as:

    • Black male
    • 5’8” – 6’0”
    • Thin build
    • Dark eyes
    • Dark complexion
    • Bald or very short dark hair
    • Wearing dark blue short sleeved shirt
    • Hairy arms
    • Tattoo under each eye about the size of a quarter in diameter
    • Spoke English 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the APD Sex Crimes Unit at 512-974-5230 or 9-1-1 if you see this suspect. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.