Crime & Safety

Police Release Sketch of Rape Suspect

Suspect wanted in connection with abduction and rape reported near West Hyattsville Metro Station.

The Hyattsville City Police Department has released a sketch of an unknown suspect wanted on charges of abduction and first-degree rape which occurred near the West Hyattsville Metro Station. 

Police described the suspect as a Hispanic man with a beige-almond complexion, standing approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing about 160 pounds. 

He was last seen wearing a shirt with red and white horizontal stripes, a tan jacket and dark pants. 

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Police are encouraging anyone with information to contact Detective Truesdale at 301-429-5646.

The Hyattsville City Police Department has , where police have responded to  

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Police advise that residents walk in groups and use "extreme caution" in the area.


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