FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 1, 2024
Charlottesville Police Seek Community Assistance in Identifying Suspect
The Charlottesville Police Department Criminal Investigations Division is investigating an assault that occurred near Riverview Park on May 1, 2024. The suspect is described as a thin white male, in his late teens, with shaggy blond hair and a mustache. The suspect reportedly approached the victim, an adult female, made several statements to her, then touched her backside.
The victim was able to shove the suspect away before he fled the area on foot. Upon receiving this report, officers responded to the area of the park and connected trails, providing extra patrols throughout the evening. Detectives have continued to canvas the area for witnesses and video evidence. At this time, based on the differing suspect description, age range, and the fact that a statement was made to the victim, we believe that this assault is not related to the previously reported assaults. Each of the incidents on the Rivanna Trail remain open and active investigations.
If you have any information related to this incident or have security cameras in the area, please contact Crime Stoppers Tip Line at (434) 977-4000.
Media Contact
Kyle Ervin
Public Safety Information Officer
City of Charlottesville
(434) 326-3043
ervinkl@charlottesville.gov