Seattle Police: Man who exposed himself, attacked at least 6 women in Uptown arrested
(Seattle Police Department)
SEATTLE - Seattle Police have arrested a man suspected of exposing himself to and attacking several women in Seattle’s Uptown neighborhood.
According to police, several women came forward between July 18–24 to report that a man exposed himself to them and made threatening statements. In one instance, he reportedly injured a woman’s service dog.
More women came forward after reading about these incidents on social media. In total, authorities say at least half a dozen women reported being harassed or attacked.
Detectives are working to determine if there are unreported incidents.
The 35-year-old suspect was arrested on Aug. 1.
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Anyone with additional information on the suspect is urged to call SPD’s Sexual Assault Unit at (206) 684-5575.