Suspect Sought in Weston Indecent Exposure and Assault

Broward Sheriff's Office releases surveillance footage of the alleged incident near Gulf Club Road

Apr. 11, 2026 at 3:19am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a discarded red and black striped sock, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the physical evidence left behind by the suspect in this public indecent exposure and assault case.Surveillance footage of the suspect's distinctive clothing provides a key clue for investigators searching for the perpetrator of this disturbing public indecent exposure and assault incident.Weston Today

The Broward Sheriff's Office is searching for a suspect who was caught on camera assaulting a woman and exposing himself publicly in Weston, Florida on Wednesday afternoon. The victim reported being grabbed from behind while sitting on the grass, leading to a struggle before the suspect fled the scene on a nearby scooter.

Why it matters

This incident has raised concerns among residents in the Weston community about public safety and the need for vigilance against potential threats. The Broward Sheriff's Office is offering a reward for information leading to an arrest in hopes of identifying the suspect and preventing further such crimes.

The details

According to the victim's account, the incident occurred around 4:39 p.m. near the 16500 block of Gulf Club Road. Surveillance footage shows the suspect, described as a light-skinned male wearing a khaki hoodie and distinctive red and black pants, exposing and pleasuring himself in a nearby parking lot before slowly approaching the victim, checking his surroundings, and removing his shoes before grabbing her from behind. The victim struggled with the attacker before he fled the scene on a scooter.

  • The incident occurred around 4:39 p.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Broward Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the incident and searching for the suspect.

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What they’re saying

“Well, I'm scared about these things happening here, so I will let them know to be careful about strangers.”

— Mel Flores Lozano, Weston resident

What’s next

Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact BSO's Weston detective at 954-626-4006 or submit a tip through the SaferWatch app. For anonymous tips, BSO suggests contacting Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477). BSO detectives are offering a reward of up to $5000 if the information leads to an arrest.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and community awareness in Weston, as well as the importance of the public working closely with law enforcement to help identify and apprehend suspects involved in such disturbing crimes.