Reseda sex assault suspect arrested; other possible victims sought

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Reseda sex assault suspect arrested; other possible victims sought
Police said he snuck inside one of the homes and attacked the women inside by removing the screens on open windows.

RESEDA, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A 31-year-old man is accused of entering several homes in Reseda and sexually assaulting the people inside.

According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Mario Orozco was arrested and booked after he allegedly "entered several residences'' in the 18300 block of Vanowen Street in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 1.

Police said he snuck inside one of the homes and attacked the women inside by removing the screens on open windows.

"We had an individual who had committed a sexual assault on three various females of ages ranging from 9 to 55 years of age," said LAPD Chief Michel Moore.

A photo of Orozco was posted on LAPD's Twitter, urging other possible victims to contact police. Police said he was living in a tent at the time of his arrest.

"We ask that residents in these communities call out and call the police on individuals when they see prowlers," said Moore.

Anyone with information is urged to call Detective Joseph Hampton at 818-374-7742 or 818-374-7611. Tipsters may also call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS.