A suspect has been identified in an incident where a male sexually assaulted a female while walking in the Marlton Village Neighborhood on Sunday evening.
Officials said in a statement that the incident occurred around 5:30 pm on November 8, on Marlton Village Drive, in the Marlton Village Development.
A 61-year-old female reported that she took her daily walk when an unknown black male, identifying himself as “T,” struck up a conversation with her.
Officials said the male asked the female if she was single and began to compliment her. Starting to feel uncomfortable about the interaction, the female attempted to end the conversation and walk away, at which point the male hugged the female and grabbed her buttocks.
The female attempted to get away, at which time the male attacked her from behind. She was taken to the ground by the male, who then placed his hand over her mouth and stated he was going to kill her.
Police said the female fought the male off and fled the area. The female suffered minor injuries from the attack.
Evesham Patrol Officers and Investigators saturated the area and utilized K-9 in an attempt to locate the male.
According to police, on November 9, investigators developed a suspect while canvassing the neighborhood, resulting in an arrest warrant issued for Mr. Tasheem Keaton, 34, of Marlton.
He has been charged with Criminal Sexual Contact, Simple Assault, Terroristic Threats and Criminal Mischief. His current whereabouts are unknown.
The Evesham Police Department has reason to believe the male has attempted to contact other females in the area during previous days and are asking any prior victims or witnesses to contact them immediately.
If anyone knows the whereabouts of Tasheem Keaton, you are asked to contact the Evesham Police Department at 856-983-1116, the Confidential Tip Line at 856-983-4699 or email at Facebook@Eveshampd.org. Anonymous tips text ETPDTIP to 847411
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