DULUTH, GA — Investigators on Monday say they are seeking additional victims after a man was accused of sexually assaulting and robbing a person in Gwinnett County.
Detectives have arrested Xavier Anderson and charged him with kidnapping, armed robbery and other charges, Gwinnett County Police said.
Anderson was accused of impersonating a police officer and sexually assaulting a person he was meeting for sexual services in January, police said. He has never been employed as a police officer, GCPD said.
After his arrest, police said detectives uncovered evidence that suggested "Anderson may be responsible for additional crimes that have not been reported to law enforcement," police said.
"Detectives recognize that individuals involved in sex work may be hesitant to report crimes, particularly when the suspect is accused of impersonating a police officer. The Gwinnett Police Department wants potential victims to know that regardless of their circumstances, they deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and any reports of victimization will be taken seriously," police said in a news release.
Anderson faces charges of kidnapping, armed robbery, impersonating a public officer or employee, rape, aggravated sodomy, four counts of aggravated assault, false imprisonment and multiple gun-related offenses, police said.
He has ties to the greater metro Atlanta region, police said, adding anyone who "believes they may have been victimized by Anderson, regardless of where the incident occurred," should contact law enforcement.
They say if the incident happened in Gwinnett, it should be reported to GCPD, (770) 513-5700.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Duluth Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.