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Woman Sexually Assaulted Outside Bar In Old Town Pasadena

PASADENA (CBSLA.com) — Police sought the public's help Wednesday in finding whoever sexually assaulted a woman outside an Old Town bar.

The attack outside a restaurant and bar on Colorado Boulevard and Holly Street occurred about 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, according to Pasadena police.

The victim was walking alone when she was approached from behind by the suspect and forced into nearby Legge Alley, where the assault took place, police said. The suspect then fled on foot.

The suspect was described as Hispanic, in his 30s to 40s, about 5'8" tall with a medium build and wearing dark clothing.

Anyone with any information on the attack is urged to contact Pasadena police at (626) 744-4241 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477) or online at LACrimeStoppers.org (keyword: Pasadena).

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