Lane County deputies seek man linked to sexual assault case
Deputies warned Lane County residents not to approach a dangerous man linked to a sexual assault investigation that began May 26.
Lane County sheriff’s detectives asked the public to help identify a man tied to an active sexual assault investigation and warned residents not to approach him. Deputies said the man should be considered dangerous and asked anyone who sees him or the vehicle connected to him to stay back and call investigators instead.
The person of interest was described as a bald white male, about 5 feet 10 inches tall, with a medium build and visible tattoos on his legs. Detectives said he was last seen driving a dark-colored crossover-style car with Oregon license plates. The sheriff’s office also released photos of the man as it pressed for information from the public.
The investigation began May 26, and deputies have not publicly named a suspect. The notice puts Eugene, Springfield and other parts of Lane County on alert for anyone who may recognize the vehicle or the man from recent sightings. In cases like this, even small details such as a plate fragment, direction of travel, or a place where the car was parked can help investigators quickly narrow a lead.
Officials said people should not try to stop the man or confront him if they think they have seen him. Anyone with information about the man or the dark crossover should call the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 541-682-4150. The case remains active, and detectives are relying on local tips to identify the person they believe is connected to the assault investigation.
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