Police search for sexual assault suspect

Camden, NJ (WTXF) - The Camden County Police Department is investigating a sexual assault and asking the public for help to identify the suspect.

The alleged incident occurred on June 16 around 1:05 a.m.

Police say the female victim met the suspect at 5th and Ramona Gonzalez Streets and agreed to get into his vehicle and go with him to a location nearby. According to investigators, the suspect drove to 2nd and Mount Vernon Streets where he stopped and parked and engaged in conversation with the female. Shortly thereafter, the suspect brandished a knife and allegedly assaulted the victim, police say.

Police describe the suspect is described as an unshaven Hispanic male weighing approximately 230 pounds. The vehicle s described as a light blue or gray minivan, possibly a 2005 Chrysler Town and Country or a 2005 Dodge Caravan.

Anyone with information about this suspect or vehicle should call the Camden County Police Department tip line at: (856) 757-7042.