Assault Suspect Being Sought Near High School

Big Bear Lake, CA, October 23, 2014 –  Today at approximately 2:30 p.m., deputies of the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station responded to a report of suspicious circumstances occurring in the vicinity of Big Bear High School.  An unknown Hispanic male adult riding a beach cruiser-style bicycle attempted to grab a 16-year-old female student by the arm as she was walking home after school and asked her to come home with him.  The victim reported that the same male subject had approached her on several occasions this week.  The subject is described as being approximately 50 years old, Hispanic, 5’4” tall, with a medium build and gray hair.   A search of the area was conducted; however, deputies were not able to locate a subject or bicycle matching the description reported.  Anyone having information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Big Bear Sheriff’s Station at (909) 866-0100.  Information can also be reported anonymously by calling the WETIP hotline at (800) 78-CRIME.