$1,000 reward offered in Ventura County sexual assault case
Authorities in Ventura County on Monday night announced a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and criminal charges against a man who sexually assaulted a woman earlier in the day.
The woman was walking alone about 9 a.m. Monday in an incorporated area near Santa Paula that borders fruit orchards when she confronted by the man, who was wielding a knife, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Department said.
The man forced the woman into the orchard near Peck Road and Santa Paula Street and assaulted her. The woman received minor injuries but did not require medical attention, authorities said.
The attacker was seen running westbound on Santa Paula Road. He is described as white, about 5 feet 7 and between 25 and 30 years old, according to authorities. He has a medium build and was wearing dark clothing, including a hooded sweatshirt.
Authorities said that investigators suspect that Monday’s attack could be related to a sexual assault in February that occurred in the same general area. Residents are being urged to be on the alert for any suspicious individuals.
Anyone with information is asked to call Det. Matt Delahuerta at (805) 384-4740. The reward is being offered by Ventura Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
ALSO:
Garcetti makes final campaign push ‘like I’m 20 points behind’
Robbers arrested after pocket-dialing 911 during crime, police say
Sacramento-area girl killed when men walk up to front door and shoot
Twitter: @LAJourno
Start your day right
Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week.
You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
