Composite Image Released Of Suspect In Annandale Attempted Abduction

ANNANDALE, VA — Fairfax County police released a composite image Monday afternoon of a man they say is wanted in connection with an attempted abduction and indecent exposure at Wakefield Park in Annandale.

Detectives from the Major Crimes Bureau are asking for the public’s help identifying the suspect, who police believe was involved in both incidents Sunday afternoon at the park, located at 8100 Braddock Road.

Officers responded to Wakefield Park around 1:40 p.m. after a woman reported seeing a man exposing his genitals while she was walking on a trail, police said.

Woman Reported Being Pulled Toward Woods

While officers were responding to the indecent exposure report, police received another call about an attempted abduction in the same park.

A woman was riding her bicycle when a man stepped in front of her, causing her to swerve around him and get off the bike, police said. The man then tried to pull her into the woods, but the woman pushed him and ran away, according to police.

Police said the suspect continued chasing the woman before fleeing the scene. Officers searched the area but did not find him.

The woman sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene, police said.

Police Seek Tips, Video From Park

Police described the suspect as a Hispanic man between 30 and 40 years old, about 5 feet, 6 inches tall, with a medium build. He was wearing a white shirt, dark pants and a baseball hat, police said.

Detectives believe the same man was involved in both incidents. Victim specialists from the Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to help ensure the victim receives resources and assistance, police said.

Anyone who can identify the man, saw him, has video from Wakefield Park from June 21 or believes they were a victim is asked to call Fairfax County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (866-411-8477).

Tips can be submitted anonymously by phone, online or through the “P3 Tips” app by selecting “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Anonymous tipsters are eligible for cash rewards. Police ask anyone who wants a detective to follow up to leave contact information.

Fairfax County police also encourage residents to register cameras with Connect Fairfax County to help police solve crimes, locate missing people and support investigations.