Santa Monica Police Release Sketch of Attempted Kidnapping Suspect

From the Santa Monica Police Department:

On Wednesday, July 9, at approximately 5:45 p.m. a female resident of 2200 Colorado Ave was assaulted by an unknown suspect while walking to her car in the parking garage. The victim was able to fight off the suspect who ran away and out of view.

The suspect is described as a male White, late 30’s to early 40’s, approximately 5’8 with a thin build, black shirt, black baggy pants, black baseball style cap, black sunglasses and wearing a black backpack. The victim described the suspect’s face as “thin” and having a “pointy” chin and nose.

Residents are reminded to be vigilant about their surroundings in and around their cars and parking garages.

For further information contact Det. Michael Bambrick at 310-458-8932, Sgt. Thomas McLaughlin at 310-458-8430 or the Watch Commander at 310-458-8427.

Callers can also contact Crime Stoppers by either calling (800) 222-TIPS, texting from your mobile, or by visiting their website at www.lacrimestoppers.org. Callers may remain anonymous and may be qualified to receive a $1,000 reward by Crime Stoppers.