Introduction to the Incident
Security camera images released by Los Angeles police show an armed man in a soccer jersey who is wanted in the sexual assault of a woman on a Metro bus in the East Hollywood area.
The assault was reported just before 10 p.m. April 12. The attacker sat next to a 33-year-old woman on the bus at Sunset Boulevard and Vermont Avenue and had a conversation with her. He then displayed a knife and demanded money, police said.
Details of the Assault
"When the victim did not have any money to give the suspect, he sexually assaulted her for several minutes," the LAPD said in a statement that included photos of the man sought in the assault.
The attacker exited the bus when it stopped at the southeast corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Figueroa Street in Exposition Park south of downtown Los Angeles.
Description of the Suspect
The man sought in the attack was described by police as between 19 and 30 years old, 5 feet 5 inches tall, wearing a white T-shirt with a soccer logo for "Qatar Airways," dark pants, and carrying a dark backpack. The shirt appeared to be a Paris St. Germain away jersey.
Investigation and Call for Assistance
LAPD NEWS: Seeking Assistance in Identifying a Suspect pic.twitter.com/f2QAWxlXsH— LAPD PIO (@LAPDPIO) April 28, 2025
Detectives released the photos in an attempt to identify him and additional possible victims of unreported sexual assaults, the department said. Anyone with information was asked to contact Southwest Division Sex Detectives at 323-290-2976. During non-business hours or on weekends, call 1-877-527-3247.
Reporting Anonymous Tips
Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org or used the P3 Tips app.
Conclusion
The Los Angeles Police Department is actively seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect and any additional victims. The release of the security camera images is a crucial step in the investigation, and the department is counting on the community’s help to bring the perpetrator to justice.
FAQs
- Q: What is the description of the suspect?
- A: The suspect is described as a man between 19 and 30 years old, 5 feet 5 inches tall, wearing a white T-shirt with a soccer logo for "Qatar Airways," dark pants, and carrying a dark backpack.
- Q: How can I report information about the suspect or the incident?
- A: You can contact Southwest Division Sex Detectives at 323-290-2976 or call 1-877-527-3247 during non-business hours.
- Q: Can I remain anonymous if I have information?
- A: Yes, you can call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or visit www.lacrimestoppers.org to report information anonymously.
