San Diego County Sheriff's Department: Arrest Made In Attack At Vista Park

Press release from San Diego County Sheriff's Department:

05/20/2021 7:00 PM

A man is now in custody in connection with an attack in Vista.

Detectives with the Vista Sheriff's Station arrested Luis Enrique Ambriz Jimenez (DOB- 11/09/1999) on Thursday, May 20. He will be booked at Vista Detention Facility on charges of kidnapping with the intent to commit robbery, false imprisonment and attempted robbery.

The incident happened on Wednesday, May 19 just before noon on a trail at Buena Vista Park on South Melrose Drive. A woman told deputies she was walking when a man attacked her as she passed him by on the trail. She says the man tried to pull her into the bushes and they fell into the ground. The male suspect got up and ran away from the area. The woman had scratches from the fall. 

The San Diego County Sheriff's Department would like to thank the public and the media for calling in tips and helping us get the word out on this case.

We would like to remind everyone to take precautions when planning outdoor activities:   

• Always pay attention to your surroundings
• Walk with a friend or family member
• For your safety, avoid outdoor activities at night

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