Richmond police are heightening patrols in a popular park following multiple sexual assaults near Keller Beach. Victims are primarily unaccompanied women walking or exercising. Local resident Dawn Murray expresses concern and indicates she may choose a safer location for her walks. Lieutenant Donald Patchin states the incidents appear opportunistic, noting the rarity of such assaults in the generally quiet area. The police are providing descriptions of the suspect, believed to be a black man aged 40-50, approximately 200 pounds, bald with a grey/white goatee.
Dawn Murray, a local resident, expresses her concerns over recent sexual assaults, stating, "It looks like I'm going to be going to the marina from now on, pretty much." She emphasizes the safety risks women face, saying, "It's really sad. Because here comes another thing that has been taken away, where women can feel comfortable going and doing things."
Lieutenant Donald Patchin describes the nature of the assaults, stating, "It appears it is a crime of opportunity. Based off unaccompanied females who are either walking or exercising." He notes that these incidents are unusual for the area, highlighting, "It is unusual. We normally don't have stranger-assaults like this, especially in a series."
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