LEANDER, Texas (KXAN) — Police said they’re asking for help to find a suspect who allegedly grabbed a girl riding her bicycle on a Leander trail and sexually assaulted her.
Leander police said this happened Tuesday sometime between 4 and 4:26 p.m. along the wooded trail behind Benbrook Ranch Park, located at 1100 Halsey Drive. Officers could not locate the suspect, though, after conducting an extensive search of that area.
Detectives described the suspect as a white man who’s approximately 5’11” and weighs 180 pounds with a brown buzz or close-cut hair. They also said he had stubble on his face and last wore a blue hooded sweatshirt with blue jeans and gray shoes.
Police said they stepped up patrols in the area near the park, adding they’re also working with the city’s parks and recreation department to increase staff visibility.
Officers are asking neighbors to remain vigilant and aware of their surroundings when they visit local parks. They should also report any suspicious activity immediately, police said.
Police said even though they believe this is an isolated incident, they’re still asking people to take precautions.
Anyone with information about this investigation should contact Sgt. George by calling 512-528-3839 or sending an email to ageorge@leandertx.gov.
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