Cops Search for Suspect in Attempted CTA Red Line Sex Assault

Screen shots of suspect who allegedly attacked woman on CTA Red Line early Sunday morning, May 10.

A 27-year-old woman reported that she was attacked by a man while riding the CTA Red Line train early Sunday morning.

Chicago Police released surveillance photos of a black male who is wanted for questioning in the attempted assault.

According to 18th district police, the man attempted to sexually assault the woman on a moving CTA train between the Fullerton and Clark/Division stops around 5 a.m. Sunday. Police said the two were the only riders on the rail car.

The suspect is described as a black male between the ages of 35-45, about 5-feet-6-inches to 5-feet-8-inches tall, and weighing 130 to 150 pounds. He had a dark complexion, short hair, and a short, full, salt and pepper beard.

He also had long fingernails and crooked teeth, and was wearing a long, tan jacket.

Anyone who recognizes the man in the photos, or has information about this incident, is asked to call the Area Central Bureau of Detectives at 312-747-8380. Reference report #HY-254271.