October 1, 2008

Public Safety Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in an attempted criminal sexual assault that happened on 09-26-2008 at Griffin Pool and Spa on Pine Log Rd in Aiken. The suspect is described as a black male clean shaven, short cut hair, 6’00” 180lbs; he was wearing a red sweatshirt and dark blue jeans. The suspect has been seen walking on Pine Log Rd in the past couple of weeks between Powder House Rd and Banks Mill Rd. in Aiken. The suspect was armed with a knife in the attack and should not be approached.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Detective Martin Sawyer at the Aiken Department of Public Safety: (803) 642-7688. Individuals also should call Crimestoppers of the Midlands: (888) CRIME-SC. Callers can remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of between $50 and $1000.