Alexandria police need the public’s help in identifying and locating two men who are wanted in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in the city last Friday.
The two men held a 22-year-old Alexandria woman at gunpoint and sexually assaulted her on the Holmes Run bike path between N. Latham and N. Pickett streets on July 2.
The first suspect is a white Hispanic male, 27 to 30 years old, approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall, weighing between 180 to 200 pounds. He has a stocky build. He has black hair that is wavy on the top and shorter on the sides and was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and blue denim shorts.
The second suspect is a white Hispanic male with a darker complexion than the first suspect. He is 27 to 30 years old, approximately 5-feet, 9-inches tall, 180 to 200 pounds with a stocky build. He has short coarse black hair and was last seen wearing a blue mesh New England Patriots jersey and blue denim shorts.
AFTER ASSAULTING the victim, the suspects fled from the area in a black, two-door Honda Civic coupe. Witnesses described the vehicle as a 1997 to 1999 model with white wheels, a rear spoiler and clear tail light covers. Detectives ask that anyone who recognizes these suspects or observes this vehicle to call Alexandria police at 703- 838-4444.
There is an increased police presence throughout Holmes Run Park but walkers and joggers and cyclists are encouraged to be extra vigilant and to report all suspicious activities.
Safety Tips
*When walking, jogging or cycling, be alert and be aware of the surroundings.
*Avoid being distracted. Never wear head phones or carry on a cell phone conversation while running or biking.
*Vary the route and exercise in well traveled, well lit areas.
*There is safety in numbers, so take a friend along when going for a walk or ride.
*Always let someone know a destination and return time.
*Carry identification and a cell phone in case of an emergency.
For additional information about runner safety, go to www.rrca.org.