Sexual Assault Reported In Dulles Town Center Bathroom: Police

STERLING, VA — A man told police he was sexually assaulted in a Dulles Town Center bathroom on Tuesday evening, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office.

The sheriff's office did not report any serious injuries in connection with the offense.

Authorities have not publicly identified any suspects.

The offense occurred around 6 p.m. on Tuesday in the 21100 block of Dulles Town Circle in Sterling, according to the police report.

The victim was washing his hands in the bathroom when an unknown man walked up to him and touched him in a sexual manner, he told the sheriff's office.

The suspect then left the bathroom and tried to talk to the victim before leaving the mall.

Anyone with more information can contact Detective J. Dupras of the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office at 703-777-1021.

The National Sexual Violence Resource Center can provide information about reporting and coping with sexual abuse. Their website also features training materials and tips to prevent sexual abuse. The Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network operates a 24/7 hotline for victims of sexual assault. The hotline can be reached at 1-800-656-4673.