UTPD looking for suspect in Parlin Hall assault

(Courtesy of the University of Texas at Austin Police Department)

The University of Texas at Austin police department is searching for a suspect in a reported assault in Parlin Hall in early May.

UTPD posted a picture from security footage and video of a man detectives believe is connected to the assault of a UT staff member who says a man grabbed him in a threatening manner in Parlin Hall on May 1 around 6:30 p.m.

The suspect is described as a 5'5" white male with brown hair and a tattoo of a Texas star with a sunrise background on his left arm/shoulder. According to UTPD, he has been seen along Guadalupe.

Anyone who sees this man is asked to call 911. Anyone with information about this crime may call UTPD's non-emergency line at 512-471-4441, ext. 9 and ask to speak to a detective.