LOS ALTOS – Authorities on Monday released a sketch and description of a suspect wanted in connection with an assault on an elderly man last week in Los Altos.
This sketch of a suspect wanted in connection with an assault on an elderly man last week in Los Altos was released by the Los Altos Police Department on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024.
The suspect is a 20- to 40-year-old White man, 6 feet tall and 180 pounds, with a thin to average build, the Los Altos Police Department said in a news release Monday. He was last seen wearing a long-sleeved shirt, pants and possibly a baseball cap.
The sketch and description were created with input from a witness, according to police.
The assault happened Sept. 16 sometime in the late morning to mid-afternoon near Foothill Expressway and Interstate 280. Police have not released a motive for the attack.
The victim, an 89-year-old Los Altos resident, was taken to an area hospital with head injuries. He is now recovering at home.
“Los Altos police extends well wishes to the victim and his family as they heal from this traumatic experience,” police said.
Anyone with information related to the case can contact the police department at 650-947-2770 or the anonymous tip line at 650-947-2774.
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