Thursday, October 06, 2005

Minneapolis crime update - rape suspect

A brutal rape suspect is on the loose in Minneapolis. Although it shouldn't make a difference, he's been hitting some pretty rough parts of town. Here's the latest alert from the Minneapolis police:

Suspect information needed in regard to a violent sexual assault which occurred on Sept 29th-30, 2005 in the area of 13th Ave 24th St. Suspect forced victim into a garage, beat her and sexually assaulted her. This same suspect may be connected to an assault which occurred on Sept. 19th at 29th and 11th Ave.

Native American or Hispanic male, (no accent), 5’11, medium build, 20-25 yrs old. No facial hair, medium- short black hair, combed or gelled back. Noticeable acne on face. Possible name of D.J. and or Brian. Wearing all black clothing. Very baggy pants, Windbreaker type jacket. Suspect may have noticeable Scratches on face. Suspect is known to street people in the area of 25th and Bloomington. May have assaulted/robbed women in the area.

Contact Sgt. Nancy Dunlap, Sex Crimes Unit, with information:612-673-3782, 612-963-3300 or email at Nancy.dunlap@ci.minneapolis.mn.us
Individuals my also contact the “Tip Line”: 612-682-TIPS or 612-628-8477

Let's be careful out there.