Golden Police Search for Suspects in Sexual Assault, Attempted Assault

Detectives release composite sketches of two suspects wanted in separate incidents in Golden, Colorado

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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The Golden Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two suspects wanted in connection with a sexual assault and an attempted sexual assault that occurred last month in the Golden area. Detectives have released composite sketches of the suspects based on the victims' descriptions.

Why it matters

Sexual assault is a serious crime that can have lasting impacts on victims. The Golden community will be relieved to have these suspects identified and apprehended to prevent further incidents and ensure public safety.

The details

According to police, the first incident was a reported sexual assault that occurred on January 18 in the area of U.S. Highway 6 and Ulysses Street, within the Golden Cemetery. The victim was able to run and seek help, but the suspect fled the scene. The second incident was an attempted sexual assault on January 25 in the area of Ford Street and 7th Street, where a male suspect chased a female victim who was running on the Clear Creek Trail. Composite sketches have been created based on the victims' recollections of the suspects.

  • The sexual assault incident occurred on January 18, 2026 during the early afternoon hours.
  • The attempted sexual assault incident occurred on January 25, 2026 in the morning.

The players

Golden Police Department

The local law enforcement agency in Golden, Colorado that is investigating the sexual assault and attempted sexual assault incidents.

Suspect 1

A Hispanic male in his late 20s to early 30s, about 5-foot-9 to 5-foot-11, medium build with dark brown eyes, black or dark brown curly or wavy hair and a groomed beard. This suspect is believed to be associated with a 2001 Subaru Forester.

Suspect 2

A Middle Eastern male in his mid-20s, about 5-foot-7, weighing 150-160 pounds with a slender build, dark brown or black curly hair, brown eyes and a faint mustache. There is no known vehicle associated with this suspect.

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What’s next

The Golden Police Department is actively investigating these incidents and urges anyone with information about the suspects to come forward and contact the department.

The takeaway

These incidents underscore the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement to help identify and apprehend suspects involved in sexual assault cases. The Golden community will be relieved to have these suspects identified and taken off the streets to prevent further crimes.