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Published on June 29, 2024
LAPD Seeks Public Help to Locate Suspected Attempted Rapist in Canoga ParkSource: LAPD

The Los Angeles Police Department is actively searching for a man suspected of an attempted rape in Canoga Park last Sunday. As reported by ABC7, the incident occurred on June 23 around 10:30 P.M. when a 24-year-old woman was walking westbound on Roscoe Boulevard from Owensmouth Avenue.

Surveillance footage provided by the LAPD and later released to the public shows the suspect tailing the woman for a few minutes before the attempted assault. The suspect is described by NBC Los Angeles as between 25 and 30 years old, roughly 200 pounds, and about six feet tall, with black hair and brown eyes. In the video, he was seen wearing a red shirt, an orange and blue long-sleeved flannel, and dark blue pants.

A sketch of the suspect has been released in hopes of garnering public assistance. "He's about 6 ft. tall and weighs 200 pounds," the sketch notes, pointing out his black hair and brown eyes, details confirmed by police. The LAPD is urging anyone with information to step forward and aid in the apprehension of the assailant who, after the incident, was seen running eastbound on Roscoe Boulevard.

The investigation continues as the assailant remains at large. Detective Padilla with the LAPD is the lead on the case, and those with any knowledge are encouraged to make contact. In a statement obtained by CBS News Los Angeles, the LAPD detailed avenues for reporting information, which include calling Detective Padilla directly at (818) 756-3264 or the anonymous Los Angeles Crime Stoppers at 1(800) 222-8477, or by visiting their website.