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PRESS RELEASE
Wednesday, February 24, 1999
On Tuesday, February 23, 1999, in the afternoon hours, a housekeeper was attacked and sexually assaulted in a house near Venice Boulevard and Shell Avenue. The suspect entered the location through an unlocked door. He brandished a knife and threatened to kill the victim.
The suspect is described as a male, Black, 5’9, 160 pounds, approximately 19 years of age. The suspect is young in appearance and has very short hair. The suspect has a light to medium complexion and is clean-shaven.
If you have any information, please contact Detectives Wachter or Thomas, Pacific Area Detectives Sex Crimes Unit at 310-202-4506. During off-hours you may contact the Pacific Area Watch Commander at 310-202-4502.
For Release 9:10 am PST
February 24, 1999
Call us 24/7 at 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247) to share any helpful information you have.
Call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
(800-222-8477) or submit an anonymous tip through our form.