Crime & Safety

Photos Of Attempted Rape Suspect Released By Sheriff's Office

Do you recognize this man? Here's the phone number to call to help officers catch the suspect.

The sheriff's office released six photos of the man hoping that someone will recognize him.
The sheriff's office released six photos of the man hoping that someone will recognize him. (Alameda County Sheriff's Office)

CASTRO VALLEY, CA — Authorities are searching for a suspect in an attempted rape in Castro Valley earlier this month.

The man allegedly attacked and attempted to rape a woman in the area of Castro Valley Boulevard and Mattox Road about 1:15 a.m. on Aug. 12, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office said on social media.

The suspect fled on foot from sheriff's deputies after the assault, the sheriff's office said.

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Anyone with information on the suspect's identity is asked to call (510) 667-7721. Callers can remain anonymous.

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