San Marcos police arrested a 38-year-old man Friday evening after two women reported that he tried to abduct them, one at the city cemetery and another nearby. The victims told officers the man flashed handcuffs, claimed he was law enforcement, and tried to restrain a woman. Both women got away, and one of them called the police. Officers later detained the man in San Marcos as they investigated the reports.
According to KVUE, officers identified the suspect as 38-year-old Kevin Andrew Frimpong and arrested him just before 7 p.m. Friday after getting earlier calls about his suspicious behavior. KVUE reports that investigators were already in the area on an unrelated call earlier in the day, and detectives are now reviewing witness statements and other evidence as the case moves forward.
Alleged cemetery encounter
Victims say the first reported attempt happened inside the San Marcos City Cemetery, where the suspect allegedly pulled out handcuffs and tried to restrain a woman after telling her he was an officer. She broke free and contacted police, and a second woman later reported a similar attempt nearby.
City records note that the cemetery is managed by the parks department and sits along Ranch Road 12, according to the City of San Marcos website.
Police response and tips
San Marcos officers arrested the suspect in the city and are working to piece together a detailed timeline from multiple witness accounts. Anyone with video or information is asked to call the San Marcos Police Department non-emergency line at (512) 753-2108, listed on MapQuest, or submit a tip through the city’s online portals.
Legal note
Claiming to be an officer and using official-looking gear can bring separate criminal trouble in Texas. Impersonating a public servant is prohibited under state law and may be prosecuted as a felony in some cases; see Texas Penal Code §37.11 on Justia for the impersonation statute.
The San Marcos Police Department says the investigation is ongoing, and authorities will determine any final charges after reviewing the evidence.
