Detectives Seeking the Public’s Help in Identifying Suspect Involved in Assault NR14440sm

Hollywood:  Los Angeles Police Department Hollywood Division detectives are asking for the public’s help in providing any information that would lead to the arrest of the suspect responsible for causing serious injuries to a male victim during an assault.

On October 31, 2014, two males become involved in a physical altercation in an alley at Orange Drive and Hollywood Boulevard outside of the Roosevelt Hotel. The Suspect punched the victim several times on the face and body and kicked the victim’s head, causing serious injuries. The suspect then fled eastbound towards Highland Avenue.

The suspect is described as a 30 to 35-year-old male Hispanic who stands 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 9 inches tall, and weighs around 170 to 190 pounds.  The suspect was wearing BDU style black pants, military style black boots, a dark colored watch on his left wrist and had numerous tattoos covering his back and arms.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Hollywood Major Assault Crimes Detective E. Reyes at 213- 972-2927. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).  Tipsters may also contact Crime Stoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone.  All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.†Tipsters may also go to www.lapdonline.org, and click on “Anonymous Web Tips.â€