Man Accused of Exposing Himself at Valencia Whole Foods

LA County deputies search for suspect in alleged indecent exposure incident

Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:13am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a crumpled Whole Foods receipt or shopping bag, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A discarded receipt or shopping bag from the Whole Foods store where an alleged indecent exposure incident occurred serves as a grim reminder of the need for heightened public safety awareness.Los Angeles Today

Los Angeles County deputies are searching for a man who allegedly exposed himself and inappropriately touched a woman at a Whole Foods grocery store in Valencia last week. The suspect, described as a man in his 30s, approached the woman as she was shopping in one of the aisles.

Why it matters

Incidents of public indecent exposure can be deeply disturbing for victims and raise broader concerns about safety and security, especially in seemingly safe suburban communities. Law enforcement is seeking the public's help to identify and apprehend the suspect.

The details

According to the LA County Sheriff's Department, the suspect allegedly approached the woman as she was kneeling down looking at items on a store shelf. He then exposed himself and touched her inappropriately. Deputies described the suspect as a man in his 30s, around 6-foot-1 and 220 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a denim shirt and jeans.

  • The incident occurred last week at the Whole Foods store in Valencia.
  • Deputies are currently searching for the suspect.

The players

LA County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the alleged indecent exposure incident at the Valencia Whole Foods store.

Whole Foods

The grocery store chain where the alleged incident took place, which has stated that the safety and wellbeing of customers is a top priority.

Ellie Perico

A retired law enforcement officer and local resident who shops at the Valencia Whole Foods store, expressing concern about the incident and the need for heightened awareness in the community.

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What they’re saying

“That is alarming because if you're going to do that in public, in front of people, in front of cameras, you don't know what they're doing in private, in bathrooms, parks.”

— Ellie Perico, Retired law enforcement officer and local resident

“We always raise them to be hyper-aware. I think in a community like this, where people think it's so safe, you're not exposed to stuff like that. They're a little too trusting of people.”

— Ellie Perico, Retired law enforcement officer and local resident

What’s next

Deputies urged anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information on the case to contact Detective Hatami at (661) 260-4000, ext. 5620. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact LA Crime Stoppers.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for heightened awareness and vigilance, even in seemingly safe suburban communities. It serves as a reminder that public safety should remain a top priority, and that law enforcement relies on the public's assistance to help identify and apprehend suspects.