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LAPD Seeks More Victims After Arrest in Alleged Kidnapping and Sexual Assault of Minor

Detectives say the assault's brazen severity points to possible additional victims.

Overview

  • Police arrested 37-year-old David Josue Lopes on Nov. 6 in the Westlake area.
  • Lopes was identified as a suspect in an alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of a minor in Hollywood.
  • The LAPD said he was taken into custody and booked for sexual assault as the case advances.
  • Investigators are appealing for information from anyone who may have had contact with Lopes.
  • Tips can be directed to the Juvenile Division Stuart House at (424) 259-7096 or anonymously to LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS and www.lacrimestoppers.org.