Police In Search Of Man Involved In Attempted Sexual Assault On East Foster Avenue
State College Police are currently in pursuit of a male suspect who attempted to sexually assault a woman after grabbing her on the sidewalk.
The attempted assault look place early Saturday morning on the 700 block of East Foster Ave. when a thin, black male walking westbound bumped into a college-aged female walking the other direction. He then reportedly grabbed her arms and tried to sexually assault her on the sidewalk.
According to a police media release, the suspect stopped assaulting the victim after “someone from a nearby building opened a door.” The suspect fled and was last seen running towards the downtown area.
The suspect is described as a black, college-aged male. He is described as skinny and is approximately 5-foot-9 with no facial hair and a thin face. He was reported as wearing a gray hoodie and blue jeans.
Anyone with information in connection with the incident or the suspect is urged to contact the State College Police Department at (814)-234-7150 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through their website.
Your ad blocker is on.
Please choose an option below.
Purchase a Subscription!
About the Author
Onward Debates: Should Penn State Sign A Naming Rights Deal For Beaver Stadium?
Would the boost in revenue be enough to catch up to higher earners?
Loaded Handgun Seized At State College Regional Airport
The 9mm firearm was loaded with nine bullet, including one in the chamber.
[Photo Story] Josh Shapiro Brings Campaign To Berkey Creamery
Pennsylvania’s governor gave a speech, chatted with attendees, and treated himself to ice cream.
Looking Up From My Shoes: Gabriela Stevenson’s Senior Column
“Looking up can be hard to do (especially when your shoes are really cute). When you do, it may not look like what you thought it would. I know now that can be a really great thing.”