Arlington Police Investigate Abduction and Assault
March 17th, 2008 Posted in Police NoticesARLINGTON, VA. - The Arlington County Police Department’s Special Victims Unit is investigating the abduction of a woman in the 4100 block of S. Four Mile Run Drive. The attack happened at approximately 1:00p.m. on March 16, 2008. The 37-year-old victim was walking on the bike trail behind Barcroft Park when she was grabbed and pulled into the bushes by an unknown subject. The suspect placed a cloth over the victim’s face, sexually assaulted her, and then fled on foot.
Detectives are looking for more information from the public regarding this assault. Anyone who was on the bike trail that runs between S.Walter Reed Drive and S. George Mason Drive, on March 16, between 12 pm and 2:30 pm, is asked to contact police.
Police are increasing patrols on the bike paths. They also urge people who frequently spend time on bike trails and other secluded areas to be cautious and aware of their surroundings. Women should avoid walking or running alone, and they are encouraged not use devices such as headphones that prevent hearing someone approach. People should report anyone observed acting in a manner not consistent with other bike trail users, such as loitering in the wooded areas, as suspicious behavior.
Anyone with any information about this case is asked to contact Detective Sean Bryson at (703) 228-4067 or sbryson@arlingtonva.us
Detective Crystal L. Nosal #1187
Media Relations/Legislative Affairs
Arlington County Police Department
1425 N. Courthouse Road
Arlington, VA 22201
703-228-4331
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