Suspect Sought in LA Metro Bus Sexual Assault and Robbery

East Hollywood Metro Bus Assault

• 🚨 Authorities are searching for a suspect who sexually assaulted a woman on an LA Metro bus in East Hollywood.
• 🔪 The assault occurred earlier this month when the suspect, after demanding cash and threatening the victim with a knife, proceeded to assault her.
• 🤫 The victim did not scream because other commuters were present and the suspect instructed her not to.
• ⏱️ The incident lasted approximately two minutes before the bus reached its final stop.

Escape and Investigation

• 🏃‍♀️ The victim fled the bus and sought help after the suspect retrieved his backpack.
• 📍 The suspect fled towards 40th Place.
• 📸 Detectives have released the suspect's picture and video footage from a Metro train, hoping for public recognition.

Public Safety Concerns

• 😨 Metro riders expressed fear and unease, stating they often look over their shoulders due to unpredictable incidents.
• ⚠️ Investigators are concerned the suspect may have prior offenses and could strike again.
• 🗣️ Officials are working to improve public safety on public transportation.

Suspect Description and Appeal

• 🧑 The suspect is believed to be between his late teens and early 20s.
• 📞 The public is urged to contact LAPD anonymously if they have any information that could aid the investigation.