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Police Release Sketch Of Wetsuit-Clad Man Accused Of Sexual Assault

SANTA MONICA (CBS) — The Santa Monica Police Department is asking for the public's help to try to identify a man they say sexually assaulted a woman near Santa Monica College on Wednesday.

The alleged victim said the suspect, described as a white male, 25-30 years of age, about 5 feet 8 inches tall about 150 pounds, pushed her to the ground before sexually assaulting her. She said the suspect had short, curly blond hair as well as blue/green eyes.

She described the suspect as wearing a one-piece black wetsuit that seemed to cover him from his neck to his ankles.

Police said the initial investigation is ongoing.

They are urging anyone with additional information to contact Detective Brown at (310) 458-8960, Sergeant Jacob at (310) 458-8460 or the Santa Monica Police Department (24hours) at (310) 458-8495.

Authorities also announced the public can remain anonymous. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call WeTip at 1-800-78-CRIME (1-800-78-27463), or submit the tip online at www.wetip.com. You will be  eligible for a reward, up to $1,000.00, if your information leads to an arrest and conviction

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