10/23/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/23/2024 16:32
October 23, 2024
MPD Arrests Man for Assaulting Women Walking in Northwest
(Washington, D.C.) -The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a man for assaulting multiple women in Northwest.
On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at approximately 3:25 p.m., a woman alerted officers that she was assaulted in the 1300 block of Irving Street, Northwest. Officers observed the suspect trying to run away but quickly apprehended him.
33-year-old Ayotomiwa Babalola, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with Simple Assault. CCN: 24164136
Additionally, because of detectives' investigation, Ayotomiwa is charged with five counts of Misdemeanor Sexual Abuse for the following offenses that occurred on Monday, October 21, 2024:
The Metropolitan Police Department would like to thank the victims for coming forward and reporting these incidents. Their efforts greatly assisted our investigation and helped get this suspect into custody. MPD encourages anyone who may have information about these cases or any other sexual abuse cases to contact detectives by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting 50411.
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