Sketch Of Man Who Touched Girl On Walk To School Released: Police

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — Police released a sketch Monday of a suspect in an incident last week in which a man approached a girl as she was walking to school, began speaking to her and then touched her on the buttocks. The battery happened at around 9 a.m. May 17 in the area of E Valley Lane and N Pine Tree Drive.

The victim was able to walk away and no injures were reported.

The Arlington Heights Police Department is seeking witnesses and is requesting assistance in identifying the suspect.

The suspect is described as a dark-skinned male, possible African American, 30-40 years of age, about 6-foot tall, with an average build. The suspect had a goatee and wore a blue surgical mask which was pulled down. He was wearing a pink shirt and black-colored sweatpants. There is no vehicle associated to this crime at this time.

Information and inquires can be directed to the Arlington Heights Police Department Criminal
Investigations Bureau at 847-368-5338. Anyone having information about this or any other serious crime in Arlington Heights should submit an anonymous text tip by texting the keyword 847AHPD and your message to 847411(tip411) or call Arlington Heights Crime Stoppers at (847) 590-STOP. Callers are guaranteed anonymity and may qualify for a cash reward of up to $1,000

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