Man Groped Woman At Leesburg Target Last Week: Police

LEESBURG, VA — Police in Leesburg are asking for the public's help identifying a man who is accused of groping a woman inside Target on Wednesday.

Authorities believe the man has groped other women at Target stores around the region.

Police said the suspect is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and about 30 years old. He weighs about 140 pounds and was wearing a white dress shirt, white pants, a gray denim jacket, and black sneakers. He was carrying a clipboard and soliciting donations, according to the police report.

The incident occurred around 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Target on Edwards Ferry Road NE in Leesburg. The victim was shopping in the seasonal section when the man groped her, police said.

The man then walked out of the store and drove away in a newer model white Dodge Caravan.

Anyone with more information about the suspect can contact Detective Pacilla at 703-771-4500 or at mpacilla@leesburgva.gov.

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.