In the past several months San Jose has seen a rash of sexual touchings on the Saratoga Creek Trail near Mitty High School. One man is suspected in the alleged assaults which began in October last year. The last one happened just this past Tuesday. Most occurrences take place between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. between Bollinger and Doyle Roads.
Most of the victims are joggers aging between 15 and 31 years old. The suspect is reported to grab his victim's legs wrapping himself around her. In one instance it is said that the suspect grabbed his victim's ponytail and pulled her to the ground. Fortunately the suspect was too winded to continue the attack. In most cases the suspect waits for the victim to pass him on the trail, when he then jogs up to them and then grabbing their legs.
The Police have handed out fliers, but have found no leads as to the suspect's identity. They have released a sketch of the man's face and continue to reach out to the public. A further concern is the proximity of these attacks to Mitty High School. Teenagers have been warned to stay away from the trail and to remain vigilant.
I have represented many people charged with sexual misconduct. The issue that the case usually comes down to is identity, just as reported in the article. Remember, a sex crime, even this kind of touching is a registrable offense. In other words you have to register as a sex offender for the rest of your life.
If you have been charged or arrested on a sex charge you need representation that is both effective and affordable. Call the Law Offices of Erik Steven Johnson at (408) 246-3004. Know Your Rights!
