Crime & Safety

Attempted Sexual Assault in Guilford Gateway Park

Two women were attacked in the park on Thursday evening but both escaped unharmed.

Police are investigating an attempted sexual assault in Guilford Gateway Park on Thursday evening.

According to police, two women were sitting in the park when a man approached them and tried to strike up a conversation. A short time later the man then exposed himself and threatened the women.

The women then tried to runaway, but one was tackled by the man who attempted to sexually assault her. The woman was able to escape uninjured and the man ran off toward Guilford Avenue.

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Northern District Detectives and the Baltimore City Police Special Investigations Unit are working to develop a composite sketch of the man, according to a news release.

Police are asking anyone with information or who observes suspicious activity to call (410) 396-2455.

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