From the Austin Police Department Public Information Office:

“An adult female reported to police that she accepted a ride from a male unknown to her in the 2100 block of Gaston Place. The suspect displayed a knife and drove her to a secluded area in the 5100 block of Johnny Morris Road and sexually assaulted her. He then drove her to a location near Johnny Morris Road and Loyola Lane where she was released.

The suspect is described as:

Black male
Late 40s to early 50s
Thinning hair with a gray mustache and goatee
Last seen wearing glasses

The vehicle is described as a light tan, gold or champagne Ford Taurus.

Individuals with information about this incident or the suspect is asked to contact the Sex Crimes tip line at 974-5095. This case remains under investigation by Sex Crimes detectives.”

Police have also released the composite sketch you see to your right.

This article appears in June 22 • 2007.

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