On October 23, 2012 at approximately 9:15 P.M., the Orange County Sheriff’s Department began investigating an assault that occurred in the community of Rossmoor. According to news reports, a 28 year old woman was jogging in the 3200 block of Bostonian Drive when the suspect grabbed her from behind. In the ensuing conflict, the victim suffered stab wounds to the arms, hands, and face. The suspect later fled the area on a BMX bicycle. A search of the area was unsuccessful and the investigation is continuing.
The suspect is described as a Latino man in his 20’s, between 5 feet, 7 inches and 5 feet, 9 inches tall, with a thin build. He was wearing dark clothing and a baseball cap.
The Orange County Sheriff's Department asks that anyone with information about the attack on October 23rd, call 714-628-7170. Tips can also be submitted at 855-TIP-OCCS, 855-847-6227, or occrimestoppers.org.
The Los Alamitos Police Department encourages people to call and report unusual activity occurring in the community. Our community members are vital partners that enhance our ability to disrupt criminal activity before it occurs, and be in the most efficient position to apprehend violators if criminal activity does occur. In addition, we will continue to actively cooperate with all our Public Safety partners to maintain a safe community.
If you see something or someone suspicious in your neighborhood, do not hesitate to call your local Police Department. In the City of Los Alamitos, please call our 24-Hour Dispatch line at (562) 594-7232 or if it is an Emergency, please call 9-1-1.
We would like to share some personal safety tips for your consideration:
- Trust your gut – If you feel uncomfortable or unsafe in a situation, get out.
- When out at night, avoid poorly lit or deserted areas. Try to travel in groups of friends or walk with your pet dog.
- Carry only the money you’ll need on a particular day.
- Don’t exhibit cash or any other inviting targets such as cell phones, hand-held electronic games, or expensive jewelry and clothing.
- If you must walk or jog with headphones, try not to cover both ears. Be aware of your surroundings so that you can hear vehicles or pedestrians approaching you.
- If you think someone is following you, switch directions or cross the street. If the person continues to follow you, move quickly toward an open store or restaurant or a lighted house. Don’t be afraid to yell for help.
- Do everything you can to keep a stranger from getting into your car, or to keep a stranger from forcing you into his or her car.
- If someone tries to rob you, give up your property—don’t give up your life.
- If you are robbed or assaulted, report the crime to the police. Try to describe the attacker accurately. Your actions can help prevent someone else from becoming a victim.