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Assailant at Large After Woman Attacked on Seminole Wekiva Trail, Report Deputies

Woman sexually assaulted on Seminole Wekiva Trail; suspect on the loose, deputies say
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SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – Investigators are looking for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman on the Seminole Wekiva Trail on Monday afternoon, according to a news release.

Deputies said around 4 p.m. a woman was walking on the trail near the intersection of State Road 434 and Douglas Avenue when she was approached by an unknown man who with an electric scooter.

According to the release, the man dragged the victim toward the woodline of the trail, but a nearby citizen heard her cries for help, located her, and called 911.

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Deputies said the suspect is described as a Black man in his mid-20s between 5 feet seven inches and 6 feet tall with short eye-level hair twists. He was last seen wearing a white ball cap, athletic shorts, and may have initially been wearing a red shirt, though he fled shirtless.

A suspect is on the loose,after a woman sexually assaulted on Seminole County Seminole Wekiva Trail. (Seminole County Sheriff’s Office)

“There will be an increased law enforcement presence in the area while the investigation continues,” deputies said in the release. “The Sheriff’s Office reminds all individuals walking, jogging, biking, or exercising outdoors to stay alert and aware of their surroundings.”

In addition, the sheriff’s office said they offer a free Women’s Safety and Awareness Class. For more information, please email crimeprevention@seminolesheriff.org .

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477) or text TIPS (8477) or call the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office at (407) 665- 6650. Calls to Crimeline are anonymous, and tips that lead to a felony arrest may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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