Arlington Police Ask Public's Help in Identifying Indecent Assault Suspect

Arlington police are asking the public’s help in identifying an indecent assault suspect.

Police released the above sketch of the suspect.

He was described as a white of Hispanic man in his 30s or 40s with an average build. He has short black hair that was combed back and a mustache. He was wearing a leather jacket and blue jeans, and the victim said that the attacker smelled of alcohol at the time.

Police said the attack happened on the Minuteman Bikeway near the intersection of Summer and Mill Streets on Wednesday at about 10:30 p.m.

The victim was able to run away from the attacker.

“The victim in this case had the courage to come forward and report this crime to police,” Police Chief Frederick Ryan said in a statement. ”Now we need the public to do the same and help us bring this felon to justice.”

Anyone who may recognize this suspect is asked to call Arlington police at 781-643-1212. All callers may remain anonymous.

Photo credit: Arlington police