The San Pablo Police Department is seeking the public's help in catching a man accused of sexual battery that took place last month. The incident occurred on March 18 in the early evening when a woman, who was outside her vehicle at a gas station, was inappropriately touched by an assailant from behind.

According to the police, the suspect, whose image has been circulated by the department, is a Hispanic male around 30 years old, with short black hair. He was seen donning a light-colored shirt beneath a dark green jacket adorned with two distinctive dark blue stripes on the sleeves. The suspect fled on foot after the victim confronted him, said the San Pablo Police Department's Facebook post.

Authorities responded to the 2700 block of El Portal Drive around 4:30 PM and have been investigating since the crime was reported. They are asking anyone who might recognize the man or have knowledge of the incident to come forward.

People with any information are encouraged to contact Detective J. Hearn at [email protected] or call the SPPD Investigations Division at 510-215-3150. The investigation into the sexual battery case remains active, while pursued by the police department actively to ensure the safety of the community.