Attempted sexual assault in Ann Arbor thwarted by a witness

By John Counts Crime and courts reporter

Posted on Fri, Jul 6, 2012 : 8:38 p.m.

This story has been changed with updated information from the Ann Arbor Police Department. The incident occurred on July 3 and the correct number to reach Det. Dan Iverson is (734) 794-6930 ext 49321.

An attempted sexual assault was stopped by a witness in the 1200 block of Oakland Avenue in Ann Arbor earlier in the week.

The attempted assault occurred in the early morning hours of July 3, but was not reported until July 5, according to a release from the Ann Arbor Police Department.

The suspect entered the residence through an unlocked window and tried to assault a victim, but a witness interrupted the attack, according to the release.

A weapon was indicated, but not observed. The suspect fled the area on foot. The witness was unable to provide a detailed description.

Tips should be directed to AAPD Det. Dan Iverson, who can be reached at (734) 794-6930 extension 49321.

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