MANASSAS, Va. – Police in Prince William County are investigating a rape that occrurred last night near Manassas.
More in a press release:
Rape | Abduction – On March 28th at 11:15PM, police responded to the area of Maplewood Dr and Peakwood Ct in Manassas (20111) for a rape. The victim, a 31 year old woman of Herndon, reported to police that she was walking to a residence of a known acquaintance in the above area when she was approached by an unknown man. The man displayed a handgun and forced the victim into a wooded area nearby where he then raped her. Following the encounter, the man fled the area on foot. The victim was transported to an area hospital. A police K-9 and helicopter were used in the search for the suspect.
Lookout:
Black male, 5’9” with a medium build
Last seen wearing a black, puffy winter jacket, dark gray jeans, and a black & white bandana
Anyone with information relating to this case is asked to call Crime Solvers at 703-670-3700 or 1-866-411-TIPS. You don’t have to give your name, just the information. You could earn up to a $1,000cash reward.
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