Full Notification

On October 11, 2022, at 10:17 PM, Officers responded to the 5600 block of Nave Drive on the report of a man trying to force a woman into a vehicle. The victim reported that over the past several weeks she has received unwanted requests for dates, sexual harassment, and unwanted touching from a male co-worker who was identified as 35-year-old Reginald Maxime of Novato.

The victim reported that as she was leaving work on October 11^th at around 10:15 PM, when she saw a grey SUV stop near her as she was walking home. The driver, Reginald Maxime, exited the vehicle, opened the front passenger door and asked the victim to get in his vehicle. The victim declined the offer and stated that she would continue walking home. The victim reported that Maxime then approached her and groped her on the outside of her clothing. Maxime then picked her up by wrapping his arms around her, lifted her up and moved her toward the open door of his vehicle. The victim was immediately fearful and attempted to free herself from Maxime. The victim was able to break free from Maxime and called 9-1-1 for assistance. Maxime returned to his vehicle and drove away from the area.
 
On October 11^th, 2022 at 11:32 PM, Reginald Maxime was located at a residence on Muroc Lake Drive and taken into custody for attempted kidnapping, false imprisonment, and sexual battery. Maxime was booked into Marin County Jail without incident.

The Novato Police Department thoroughly investigates crimes of this nature to the fullest extent. We are extremely pleased with the outcome of this investigation and would like to thank the victim for immediately reporting the incident. Victims of sexual assault are encouraged to report criminal offenses to the Novato Police Department. For any victims or survivors who need support, we are here for you 24/7. Further resources for victims of sexual assault can be found at Community Violence Solutions.

Community Violence Solutions: cvsolutions.org/

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