From the Stafford Sheriff’s Office:
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to identify a suspect who assaulted two female customers at the Walmart on Washington Square Plaza on Sunday.
The first incident occurred at approximately 1:16 p.m. in the curtain aisle of the Walmart. The victim reported a Hispanic male grabbed her buttocks with both hands and then left the store. The suspect was described as wearing dark grey sweatpants, royal blue hoodie, blue mask and dark hat and shoes.
The second incident occurred at 3:15 p.m.in the camping aisle of the same Walmart. The victim reported noticing the suspect following her throughout the store. She went in different areas of the store to avoid the suspect, but he continued to follow her. When she got to the camping aisle, the suspect threw a towel on her head and grabbed her buttocks. The suspect proceeded to flee the store after the assault.
The suspect description was the same in both assaults. However, during the second assault, the suspect had on a black long sleeve shirt and black hat. The suspect is believed to have fled the area in a silver SUV. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective B.A. Boyle at 540-658-4400.
Residents are reminded to be alert to their surroundings and the people around you. Stay in well lit areas and walk confidently. If you feel you are being followed, notify a store employee or call 911.
