Woman Reports Attempted Assault In Glen Burnie

GLEN BURNIE, MD – The Anne Arundel County Police Department responded to a report of a sex offense that occurred Monday, May 20, at approximately 7:15 p.m. along Rt. 648 near Scott Avenue. An 18-year-old female informed police that she was walking along the road when an unknown male approached her and pulled her onto a grassy area. The male attempted to remove her clothing but was unsuccessful. The victim fled the area.

Officers who responded to the incident searched the area for a possible suspect but could not locate anyone. According to the Anne Arundel County Police Department, the sex offense unit launched an investigation into the offense.

“Detectives canvassed the area with flyers and checked for any possible surveillance systems which may have captured the crime. The suspect is described as a male approximately 5’10 tall, heavy build, with ‘hairy arms,’ and last seen wearing grey Nike shoes,” the police report stated.

The Anne Arundel County Police urges anyone with information to contact the sex offense unit at 410-222-4732. If people with information wish to remain anonymous, they can also contact the Anne Arundel County Police tip line 410-222-4700.