Suspect Clothing Description:
Tan long sleeve shirt with no collar, 2-3 buttons, blue jeans, lighter in color, black belt and white tennis shoes.

 

 Vehicle Description:
Small black vehicle, believed to be a four door, possibly having a rear spoiler. No other distinctive features noticed.

The Pennsylvania State Police, Girard Station, are also continuing to investigate a prior incident which occurred on March 11, 2003. In that incident, the suspect approached a residence on Keefer Road, Fairview Township, Erie County. The suspect in that in that incident appeared as a utility/service repairman. The suspect claimed that he was looking for another family in the area and asked multiple questions before asking for a telephone. The suspect also followed the victim into the residence before assaulting the 11-year-old female victim. The victim resisted the suspect who fled the scene. 


Suspect Information:

The suspect was identified in this incident as being a White male, 20-30 years of age with short black hair, brown or green eyes, orange “Nike” hat with a blue “swoosh”. He was also wearing dark blue or black coveralls and was carrying a clipboard. No facial hair was reported on the suspect. The vehicle description was also listed as a clean, newer model black four-door sedan.

 

Sketch of Suspect involved in March 11 Incident. 


The State Police are continuing to investigate both incidents and any connections or similarities between the crimes. It is unknown for certain at this time if the same individual committed both crimes. The State Police are advising school districts in the local area of the incidents and providing information and safety tips to students.

State Police are also advising all residents to be alert for any suspicious activity concerning individuals approaching their residences and to speak to children regarding rules and procedures when an adult is not home.