On Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 11:36 p.m., police responded to an assault that occurred in the 1000 block of Arapahoe Avenue.  The suspect called the Hispanic victim a derogatory name.  As the victim looked toward the suspect he noticed he was holding a knife.  The suspect followed the victim and kicked and struck him. He was last seen walking towards Broadway.

 

The victim was able to provide a partial description of the suspect noting he is a white male, approximately 5 feet10 inches tall with a medium build. He was unshaven and last seen wearing a dark ball cap and dark jacket.  He had music ear buds around his neck.  Based on the comments made by the suspect to the victim and the suspect’s assaultive actions, the police department is investigating this as a potential bias–motivated crime.

 

The case number for this incident is 12-13253.

 

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Detective Dowd at 303-441- 3385. Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact the Northern Colorado Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or 1-800-444-3776.  Tips can also be submitted via the Crime Stoppers website at www.crimeshurt.com.  Those submitting tips through Crime Stoppers that lead to the arrest and filing of charges on a suspect(s) may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000 from Crime Stoppers.