Crime & Safety
Man Wanted For 'Lewd Act' On Teen In North County
Authorities are seeking the public's help to find a man suspected of groping a 14-year-old girl at a restaurant in Vista.
VISTA, CA – Authorities are seeking the public's help to find a man suspected of groping a teenage girl at a restaurant in Vista.
A man walked into the Panda Express at 20 Main Street around 7 p.m. March 21 and grabbed the buttocks of a 14-year-old girl while she was waiting in line to order food, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.
The man did not say anything and quickly left the restaurant. He was last seen driving away in a black sedan, officials said.
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Authorities on Monday released surveillance photos and video of the suspect, who was described as black, between 35 to 45 years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall and about 200 pounds.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect was asked to call the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at 888-580-8477.
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Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward to anyone with information that leads to an arrest in this case. Information on how to send anonymous emails and mobile app tips is available at www.sdcrimestoppers.org.
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