Police: 2 More Attacked In Fort Collins By Same Man

FORT COLLINS, Colo. (CBS4) - Two women were attacked in separate incidents near the CSU campus in Fort Collins on Friday night, and police said they are likely related to a series of assaults.

(credit: CBS)

The attacks happened within 20 minutes of each other, police said, one at 10:30 p.m. and the other shortly before 11 p.m. In both cases, the victims were outside and alone when they were attacked. The first attack occurred in the 3000 block of West Elizabeth Street; the second happened near City Park Avenue and Baystone Drive.

Neither victim suffered serious injuries, police said.

Police released a sketch of suspect they believe is responsible for all the attacks. He's described as a 5-foot-7 to 6-foot-tall Hispanic man, 30 to 40 years old with medium to heavy build and short to shaved hair.

The man has attacked women walking, jogging and on bicycles at night while they were alone.

Police are trying to raise their visibility and stop any potential suspects who meet the man's description. They are encouraging people to travel with others. They also say it's a good idea to carry a flashlight

Anyone with information is asked to call Fort Collins police at 970-221-6558.

A sketch of the suspect (credit: Fort Collins Police Department)

 

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