Gwinnett County Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man wanted for reportedly exposing himself and committing alleged acts of sexual battery at several stores in Buford. The suspect is also wanted in connection with similar acts in Dawson County, as well as other jurisdictions.
According to police, the first known incident in Gwinnett County was on March 17 at Clothes Mentor at 3310 Buford Drive in Buford. The victim in this store told police that they were helping the suspect when the man rubbed his body on the victim and exposed himself. The victim was unsure if he left on foot or by a vehicle.
The next incident occurred July 6 just a short distance away at the Van’s Store inside the Mall of Georgia at 3333 Buford Drive. The suspect is accused of again rubbing his body on the victim and then exposing his genitals. The suspect fled the store on foot into the mall after the victim notified co-workers of the incident.
The suspect is described as a white male standing approximately 5’8″ to 5’10” tall and is around 175 to 200 pounds. He is said to have small, decayed teeth.
Witnesses are encouraged to call GCPD Investigators or Atlanta Crime Stoppers with any helpful information. If anyone has any information to share in this case, call GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Atlanta Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com. Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. Case Number: 22-0025050, 22-0055106.
FEATURED PHOTO: Gwinnett Police are asking the public’s help to identify the man in these photos who is accused of indecent exposure and acts of sexual battery. Photos courtesy of Gwinnett Police Department.