During the early morning hours of Sunday August 14, a male subject contacted the female victim near the 200 block of E. Birch Ave in Flagstaff, AZ. The victim and a witness were seated in their car that was parked. The suspect approached on foot and presented himself as a police officer. Using this ruse he directed the victim to a secluded area where he sexually assaulted her.
The suspect is described as a white male, 5’10”- 5’11” with a muscular build, possibly wearing blue jeans, glasses and a baseball cap with the word “POLICE” on it. A witness described him as having a black strap or stripe across his shirt. The suspect was also reported to be carrying a large flashlight.
The Flagstaff Police Department is reminding the public that Flagstaff Police Officers always carry a department issued police badge and identification card on their person when on duty. These will be presented upon request by citizens.
At this time this investigation is ongoing and the Flagstaff Police Department is searching for more information in relation to this crime. If you have any information about this incident please call the Flagstaff Police Department at (928)774-1414 or Silent Witness at Silent Witness at 928-774-6111.