The Orlando Police Department Special Victims Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect that is reported to have exposed himself to a minor.
On May 3rd, between 8:40am and 9:00am, the victim was walking to school in the area of Summerlin Avenue and Washington Street when an unknown white male with brown hair, approximately 6 feet tall, in a blue sedan approached the victim. He was unclothed and exposing himself while in the vehicle.
The victim walked away, and the vehicle attempted to follow her until she ran away. The mother of the victim reported the incident to police.
Patrol officers continue to canvass the area and detectives continue to investigate along with the help of the Crime Center in reviewing surveillance cameras from businesses and residents in the area.
It is believed the suspect may have been in the area of the 7-11 on Summerlin Ave. prior to encountering the female student.
There are social media posts circulating of a blue vehicle. According to OPD, the vehicle in the photo has not been confirmed to be the suspect vehicle at this time. The Orlando Police Department did state that the suspect vehicle is possibly a blue sedan, specific model is unknown.
If vehicle or suspect is located, do not approach. Immediately call police.
If you or anyone you know may have information that can help police in locating this suspect, please call OPD at 9-1-1 or submit a tip anonymously to Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS(8477).
