(KRON) – The Santa Cruz Police Department is looking for a man who is suspected of sexually assaulting a woman.

The assault occurred around 1:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 8, near the 400 block of Frederick Street. According to Santa Cruz PD, the female victim was walking when she was violently attacked. Due to the assault, the victim sustained traumatic injuries.

This is a sketch of the suspect. This image was provided by the Santa Cruz Police Department.

The suspect is described as a white man who is in his mid-to-late 20s. He has a thin build and is around 5 feet, 8 inches to 5 feet, 9 inches tall. The victim collaborated with the police for a sketch of the suspect (pictured above).

The department said they have increased patrols in the area and asks residents to “remain alert,

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