Police release composite sketch of suspect in Grand Mere assault

Photo courtesy: Lincoln Township Police Department

BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. – The Lincoln Township Police Department and the St. Joseph Office of the FBI have released a composite sketch of the suspect involved in the assault at Grand Mere State Park on April 1.

Investigators were able to gather the following information regarding the appearance of the suspect during an interview:

• White, Male
• Mid to Late 30’s in age
• Pale complexion, but red faced from the cold
• Approximately 5’10”
• Approximately 220 – 230 lbs
• Dark colored eyes
• Unknown color hair, but lighter color
• Stocky build
• Possibly had “Cauliflower Ears”
• Possibly had an incomplete eyebrow or scar through his right eyebrow
• Strong body odor
• Dirty hands
• Dark colored crew-neck sweatshirt, possibly brown
• Blue jeans appeared too long in the legs, resulting in them being frayed and dirty at the bottom cuff
• Dark colored shoes, possibly boots

The assault occurred at approximately 8:32 a.m. on the nature paths at the State Park.

If you have any information on this suspect, please contact Lincoln Township Police at 269-429-2444 or Crime Stoppers at 800-342-STOP.

You can also submit an anonymous tip online by clicking here.