SJPD actively investigates 2 sexual assaults, suspect's photo released
(KRON) — The San Jose Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating and identifying a man wanted in two sexual assaults that occurred on Wednesday morning.
Reported ICE activity in San Jose draw response from mayor
San Jose PD said that police units are actively in the area of Leigh Avenue in the Los Gatos Creek Trail.
Police have released a photo of the person believed to be the suspect (see below).
The suspect is described as Hispanic man in his 30s, with a thin build. Police said he was last seen wearing a black hoodie with distinct green writing, and blue jeans.
Anyone who has seen the suspect is urged to call 408-277-8911 or 911.
Anyone with information that can assist SJPD in identifying the individual is urged to call its Sexual Assault Investigations Unit at 408-277-4102.
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