Sex assault: Recognize alleged attacker of woman behind closed Albertsons on Sheridan?

The longer our current economic downturn lasts, the longer buildings sit vacant -- and that can be dangerous. Case in point: an attack that took place earlier this month behind a shuttered Albertsons at 3125 South Sheridan Boulevard. The Denver Police Department has released a disturbing sketch of the suspected...

By Michael Roberts

February 22, 2011

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The longer our current economic downturn lasts, the longer buildings sit vacant -- and that can be dangerous. Case in point: an attack that took place earlier this month behind a shuttered Albertsons at 3125 South Sheridan Boulevard. The Denver Police Department has released a disturbing sketch of the suspected perpetrator. See it and get more info below.

Denver Police Department release:

Crime alert

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CAN YOU HELP SOLVE THIS CRIME?

On Thursday, February 17, 2011, an adult female victim was followed from the bus stop at S. Sheridan Blvd. at W. Dartmouth Ave. to the parking lot behind the closed grocery store at 3125 S. Sheridan Blvd. Once the victim got behind the grocery store, the suspect sexually assaulted her.

The suspect is described as a White Male, approximately 35 years of age, 5'10" tall, 200 pounds, wearing a black Carhartt coat, black jeans, black work boots, and brown hair pulled back into a ponytail. The suspect is described as having a noticeable gap between his front teeth.

Any one with information concerning the incident or suspect, please call Crime Stoppers.

CALL CRIME STOPPERS: 720-913-STOP (7867)

Crime Stoppers collects information on unsolved crimes or individuals wanted by the police. Callers can remain anonymous. The tip line is answered 24 hours a day -- 7 days a week.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword's news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor's degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master's degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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