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they saw this person.” e suspect is described as a white male, 20-30 years old, t/athletic build with dark-colored hair. He has carried a dark-colored backpack in some cases. In each incident, the suspect has run o into the woods, avoiding capture.

Tilley said the department knows that discussions have cropped up on social media, and investigators want to hear from those people, too, especially since the man’s behavior has become more aggressive.

Deputies have taken seven reports so far, with six incidents in Flying J and one at Alderfer ree Sisters Park. e rst report involving this suspect occurred on April 3, when a naked man approached a female hiker and touched her buttocks, according to a press release. He ed the area and was not located by law enforcement.

On June 13, a naked man confronted a female victim and began masturbating. He contacted three women on July 18 in which he fondled two victims, masturbated and engaged in sexual conversation. On July 24, the man confronted a female hiker while masturbating, and then grabbed the victim and tried to rip o her clothing.

Tilley said extra patrols are in the area, and signs have been erected at trailheads to warn hikers about the potential danger.

“We are trying to do everything we can to keep our community safe,” Tilley said. “We want people to understand that it’s still happening, and he’s still at large.” e Sheri ’s O ce suggests hiking with a friend or family member, not walking o trail, taking a phone with you, being aware of those around you and reporting anything suspicious immediately.