The Prince William County Police Department is asking for the public’s help in providing information about a sexual assault which was reported to have occurred in the Gainesville area of Prince William County.
On August 27th between 9:45 PM and 10:00 PM the victim, a 19 year old woman was walking in the area of US 29(Lee Highway) and Gainesville Square Shopping Center when a man approached her from behind and pushed her down an embankment.
There, he sexually assaulted her. She fought with him for several minutes and was eventually able to get away. As she climbed out of the embankment she was screaming and a citizen stopped to help her. The suspect was last seen running into the woods near US 29.
The suspect is described as Hispanic male 25-35 years of age, 5’6” tall, muscular but thin build, short dark crew cut hair, no facial hair. white shirt t-shirt or tank top, baggy jeans, no weapon displayed. He may have some injuries to face, shoulder and hands from the struggle. Prior to the offense he was seen riding a bike in the area.
Anyone with information relating to this case is asked to call Crime Solvers at 703-670-3700 or 1-866-411-TIPS. You don’t have to give your name, just the information. You could earn up to a $1,000 cash reward.
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