ARLINGTON, Va. –The Arlington County Police Department is investigating a sexual assault that occurred this morning in the 2000 block of Army Navy Drive.  At approximately 6:35 a.m. on Thursday, September 29, 2011, an unknown male attacked a female jogging down the sidewalk.

 

A 37 year-old female was running when an unknown male knocked her to the ground. He kicked her several times to immobilize her and touched her in a sexual manner against her will. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

 

The suspect is described as an African American male approximately 30-40 years old, 5’10” to 6’ tall with a medium build. He had several inches of hair growth on his head and was wearing a button-down light blue shirt, dark pants and dark shoes. This assault does not appear to be connected to any other incidents in the area and the investigation is on-going.

 

If anyone was in the area during this time and witnessed suspicious behavior, or the assault, they are asked contact Detective James Stone at (703) 228-4245.  Det. Stone can also be contacted via e-mail at jstone@arlingtonva.us.  Witnesses can also call the Arlington Police Tip-Line at (703) 228-4242.