Police in Charles County are seeking this man in connection with an assault on Tuesday, May 4. (Police sketch)
LA PLATA, Md. (May 11, 2010)—The Charles County Sheriff's Office is seeking the identity of a man wanted for an assault. On Tuesday, May 4 at 9:50 a.m., the victim, a 79-year-old woman, was walking her dog in the area of Tommy Middleton Lane near Forest Road in Waldorf when a man came up behind her and grabbed her by the arm. The victim struggled with the suspect and eventually pulled away, running to a nearby house for help. The suspect fled on foot.
Sgt. Don Stahl, a forensic artist for the agency, created a composite sketch of the suspect who is described as a white male in his 40's with a ruddy or red complexion. He has light colored hair, which the victim stated appeared to have been bleached. At the time of the assault, he was wearing a khaki colored long sleeved shirt.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective J. Elliott at 301-609-6515. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS or Text CHARLES + your tip to CRIMES or visit WWW.CCSO.US to submit a web tip. Charles County Crime Solvers offers cash rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest or indictment.