The El Paso Police Department is actively seeking a suspect in two incidents of indecent assault near the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). According to KTSM, both instances occurred on September 18, when a male suspect allegedly grabbed a female victim inappropriately. Alerts were subsequently issued to the student body on Monday.
These unsettling events unfolded at two distinct locations, one at 1500 West Rio Grande and the other on Upson Street, drawing attention to the areas adjacent to the university. In an alert sent by UTEP, and as noted by KFOX-TV, the suspect is described as a white male, with features including light skin, green eyes, and short dirty blond or auburn hair.
The information obtained by the El Paso Times provides details about the suspect's physical appearance. He is estimated to be 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds, and is believed to be between the ages of 23 and 24. The suspect was reportedly wearing a gray cap worn backward and carrying a gray backpack during the alleged assaults, as detailed by the El Paso Times.
The police are calling on the public to assist in locating the suspect, urging anyone with information to come forward. As the investigation continues, students around the UTEP campus have been put on alert. Residents and visitors near the university are recommended to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities that might aid in the swift capture of the suspect. With the community's help, law enforcement officers hope to ensure the safety and welfare of those in the vicinity of UTEP.
