Anaheim Police Arrest Suspect in Attack on Mother and Teen

Security camera and cellphone video helped identify the 59-year-old suspect.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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A woman and her teenage daughter were attacked near an Anaheim bus stop, with the man attempting to sexually assault them. Security camera and cellphone video captured the frightening incident, which led police to arrest the 59-year-old suspect about two hours later.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of surveillance footage and victim-recorded evidence in helping law enforcement quickly identify and apprehend suspects in violent crimes. It also underscores the ongoing threat of sexual assault that women and girls face in public spaces.

The details

The security camera video shows the mother and daughter walking away from the bus stop when they were approached by a man carrying a bag. The man followed them, grabbed the teen's arms, and made sexually explicit threats in Spanish. The mother suffered minor injuries when she pushed the man away. The woman's cellphone video of the man's face helped police make an arrest about two hours later.

  • The incident occurred on Tuesday around noon near the corner of Lincoln Boulevard and East Street in Anaheim.
  • Police arrested the 59-year-old suspect about two hours after the attack.

The players

Jose G. Gudinosanabria

The 59-year-old suspect who was charged with four felony counts of kidnapping and intent to commit sexual assault.

Sgt. Matthew Sutter

An Anaheim police officer who said they used facial recognition technology to identify the suspect based on the cellphone video taken by the victim.

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What they’re saying

“We took the photo and used facial recognition working the case,”

— Sgt. Matthew Sutter, Anaheim Police Officer (nbclosangeles.com)

“I felt like that was going to be my last day. I want to thank her for what she did. She's an angel.”

— The teenage victim (nbclosangeles.com)

What’s next

The suspect, Jose G. Gudinosanabria, is scheduled to be arraigned on the charges later this month.

The takeaway

This case highlights the value of surveillance footage and victim-recorded evidence in helping police quickly identify and apprehend suspects in violent crimes. It also underscores the ongoing threat of sexual assault that women and girls face, and the importance of community members being alert and willing to assist victims in dangerous situations.