Meriden Police Seek Help Identifying Sexual Assault Suspect

MERIDEN, CT — A 14-year-old girl "was inappropriately touched by an adult male" on July 20 in Meriden, and police are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect.

The incident occurred at about 8:30 p.m. in front of a barber shop at 29 West Main Street, according to police.

"Prior to grabbing the female juvenile, the suspect spoke to her and he had what has been described as a heavy Latin/Spanish accent," wrote Sgt. Darrin McKay in a statement. "As of now, Detective Shane Phillips has exhausted all investigative leads and we are looking for help from the community."

Police have included a grainy surveillance photograph. "I know that it is of poor quality; however, we are hoping that after the airing of said photo, someone may recognize him based on his build, clothing...etc."

Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to contact Meriden Police Detective Shane Phillips at (203) 630-6295.

Photo credit: Meriden Police Department