Police release sketch of White Center rape suspect
Mar 26, 2014, 12:50 PM | Updated: 2:01 pm
King County detectives released this photo of a man suspected of raping a woman in White Center, Friday, March 7. (Image courtesy King County Sheriff's Department)
(Image courtesy King County Sheriff's Department)
Detectives are seeking help identifying a man suspected of rape and assault in White Center.
The victim was walking east on Roxbury near 24th Ave., Friday, March 7. when she was approached by a man who asked for a cigarette.
Police say when the victim handed the suspect the cigarette, she was suddenly grabbed and dragged to a nearby lot where she was punched and sexually assaulted.
After the assault, police say the suspect fled and took the victim’s purse with him. The purse was never located, and detectives believe it could have been discarded nearby or possibly given to someone who knows the suspect.
The suspect has been described as a younger black male, in his early 20’s, about 5’9″ tall, medium build, and was wearing a dark colored hoodie and jeans. The suspect may have had injuries to his hands due to the violent assault on the victim.
If you have information about this suspect or the missing purse, you are asked to call the King County Sheriff’s Office at (206)296-3311.
If you have information that leads to an arrest, you may also be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 and can remain anonymous by calling CrimeStoppers at (800)-222-TIPS.
