Police: 'Brazen' Suspect Sexually Assaulted Woman As She Worked in Yard

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Police are looking for a “brazen” suspect wanted for an alleged sexual assault in broad daylight in a Gwinnett County neighborhood.

Gwinnett Police say the assault was reported shortly before noon Saturday, July 11, at a Lawrenceville-area home, where a woman was working in her yard before the attack.

“The victim was bound and sexually assaulted during the attack,” Police spokesman Cpl. Deon Washington said in a Tuesday morning email.

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The suspect is described as:

• Hispanic male
• Medium complexion
• Stocky 170lbs-180lbs
• Mid 30’s to early 40’s
• Yellow/white striped short-sleeve polo shirt
• Blue jeans
• Black glasses
• Red ball cap

Washington said the woman was able to free herself and called police, who canvassed the area and interviewed potential witnesses. The suspect has not been identified, however.

“This was a very unusual crime due to the time of day and brazen approach taken by the suspect,” Washington said. “Citizens should be very conscious of their neighborhoods and are urged to call 911 if they see anyone who is suspicious or matches the description of the suspect.”

Detectives need help from the public to identify the suspect. GCPD Special Victims Unit detectives can be reached at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestoppersatlanta.org. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive up to $2000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.