Press Release: Lewd Act against a Juvenile
On Tuesday, February 9, 2021 at approximately 5:30 pm, a female juvenile was walking with a friend through the Metlox Plaza located at 451 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach. As the victim and her friend were walking through the common area, an unknown male adult approached them. As the male walked by the victim, he reached towards her and placed his hand over the exterior top portion of the victim’s groin.
The victim and her friend fled the area as did the suspect. The suspect is described as a male Hispanic, approximately 30-40 years old, bushy eyebrows, a dark beard, dark hair and eyes. The suspect was wearing a zip-up hoodie, dark pants and a beanie.
The victim worked with a sketch artist from the Torrance Police Department to provide the attached sketch of the suspect. If you have seen this suspect or have any further information regarding this crime, please contact Detective Jennifer Leach at [email protected] or you can call the MBPD Tip Line anonymously at (310) 802-5171.
Address/Location
City of Manhattan Beach
420 15th St
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 310-545-4566
Sergeant Tim Zins
Manhattan Beach Police Department
[email protected]
310-802-5186