LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT
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