Groping Suspect Still At Large Near Silver Lake
- Police are hunting a man accused of sexually assaulting women at Silver Lake Reservoir in Los Angeles. - Authorities believe he may have attacked other victims who haven't reported it yet. - The suspect remains free as police urge more women to come forward, patch.com.
Police hunt a serial groping suspect near Los Angeles' Silver Lake Reservoir after multiple sexual battery incidents. The man remains at large, with authorities urging women to report similar assaults. (lapdonline.org) Los Angeles Police Department reported the first known assault on April 22, 2026, around 5 PM near the reservoir's popular walking path. A woman was groped from behind; the suspect fled on foot. (sfgate.com) A second incident matched the pattern the same evening; the assailant remains unidentified. Police describe him as a Hispanic male, 30-40 years old, wearing a blue hoodie and dark pants. (cbslosangeles.com) Officers from Rampart Division canvassed the area, posting alerts on their X account urging witnesses to call (213) 485-2534. No arrests have been made as of April 23. (twitter.com) Silver Lake Reservoir, a 1.2-mile loop in Echo Park, draws joggers and dog-walkers daily, making it vulnerable to daylight attacks. Recent reports highlight rising street harassment in LA's hiking spots. (laist.com) Police suspect unreported assaults due to similar modus operandi: quick grabs from behind on trails. They warn women to stay vigilant, especially at dusk. (ktla.com) The LAPD echoes calls for tips, noting patterns may extend beyond Silver Lake. A neighborhood watch group pledged extra patrols starting this week. (timeout.com) Officials advise solo walkers to pair up or carry pepper spray amid ongoing search efforts. No new incidents reported since the initial pair. (foxla.com)
