Baltimore County police are searching for a suspect in a sexcual assault in Woodlawn. Here is there statement as to what happened:
Baltimore County police are looking for the suspect who sexually assaulted a 43-year-old woman in her residence after breaking into it. The incident occurred on June 26 in the 6300-block of Monika Place, 21207.
Investigators were able to obtain a forensic artist's rendition of the suspect who is described as a black male, approximately 24 years old, 5'8" tall, with an average build, and medium complexion. The suspect was wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans. He may have a fresh abrasion or cut on his head.
Police responded on June 26 at approximately 11:42 p.m. for the report of a sexual assault. The victim advised that the suspect broke into her residence through a window and forced the victim to commit a sexual act. During the assault the victim fought back and injured the suspect by hitting him on his head with an undisclosed object. The suspect ran from the location after the attack and the victim contacted police. She was transported to GBMC Hospital where she was treated and released.
Shortly after the sexual assault, police received a call for an attempted burglary in the 1000-block of Coleridge Court, 21229 at approximately 2:04 a.m. on June 27. The victim advised police that he was awakened by noise and observed the suspect attempting to break into the apartment through the sliding glass doors. The suspect fled the area when the victim appeared, however, the suspect's description was similar to the suspect described in the sexual assault earlier. Detectives are not sure whether the two crimes are connected at this time.
Anyone with information about the identity or whereabouts of the suspect is asked to call Baltimore County Police at 410-307-2020 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7-LOCKUP (1-866-756-2587). To text a message to Metro Crime Stoppers, send to "CRIMES" (274637), then enter the message starting with "MCS," or e-mail a tip to www.metrocrimestoppers.org. Those contacting Metro Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and might be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.