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Reports of sexual assaults at Lebanon Hills Regional Park prompt extra police patrols
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Reports of sexual assaults at Lebanon Hills Regional Park prompt extra police patrols

Law enforcement agencies in Eagan said there will be more patrols in and around Lebonon Hills Regional Park after two sexual assault reports from the area.

What we know

The Eagan Police Department said a sexual assault occurred at Lebanon Hills Regional Park on Thursday, Nov. 7 around 11 a.m.

According to police, the victim was walking alone along the trail system when she was attacked.

Law enforcement officials say a similar incident was reported near the same location on Sept. 7 around 4:30 p.m., but the victim of that attack was able to escape.

Both the Eagan Police Department and Dakota County The sheriff’s office is increasing patrols in and around the park.

Officials ask the public to stay alert and travel with someone when using the park’s trail system.

Anyone with information about either incident is asked to call the tip line at 651-675-5799 or email [email protected].

What we don’t know

Investigators say they have “limited information about the suspect” and no description of the suspect has been released.