Maryland detectives are back on the hunt to identify a man who they believe targeted women over 25 years ago by offering them a ride under false pretenses, and allegedly attempting or successfully raping them, according to law enforcement officials.

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office reopened a cold case into an alleged serial rapist who, between November 1996 and August 2003, picked women up in Washington, D.C., and Prince George’s County, Maryland, before driving them to Charles County. Once there, the unknown man allegedly physically attacked and sexually assaulted his victims.

Investigators describe the suspect as a Black man who at the time of the crimes was believed to be in his late 30s to early 50s, though is now likely in his 50s to 70s.

The suspect reportedly used the names Jerry, Jimmy, George and James, had a stocky build, prominent overbite and a short-cropped haircut.

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help identifying a man suspected of sexual assaults between 1996 and 2003. (Charles County Sheriff’s Office)

The publication reported that sometimes, the suspect allegedly locked the women inside his vehicle before driving them to Charles County. Two of the women reportedly accepted rides and fell asleep, only to wake up in Charles County.

Another victim reportedly told investigators she was kept in a headlock until she grabbed the steering wheel and drove the vehicle into a ditch.

Physical evidence had been collected at the time of the article in 2003, which investigators hoped to be able to use to link the suspect to the attacks.

Using forensic evidence and investigative work, investigators have linked multiple cases to the suspect and have identified him as a violent serial sex offender.

Detectives are asking the public to contact them if they have information that could help solve the case.

Anonymous tips can be left by calling 1-866-411-TIPS, or by visiting www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com.