Woman Sexually Assaulted Near Patterson Park in Baltimore

Two suspects arrested in early morning attack, surveillance video captured incident

Mar. 24, 2026 at 6:13am

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A woman was reportedly sexually assaulted by two suspects in the early morning hours of March 14 near Patterson Park in Baltimore. The moments leading up to the incident were captured on surveillance video, and police later arrested 19-year-old Brayan Alvarado Gomez and 22-year-old Angel Rafael Argueta Rivera in connection with the attack.

Why it matters

This incident has shaken the local community and raised concerns about public safety in the Patterson Park area. The attack has been described as a traumatic experience for the victim, and the case highlights the ongoing challenges of preventing and responding to sexual violence.

The details

According to police, the victim was walking in Patterson Park around 2:30 a.m. when a man approached her, displayed a weapon, and demanded her purse. When she refused, the suspect, identified as Brayan Alvarado Gomez, allegedly forced her behind a stone pillar and sexually assaulted her. A second suspect, Angel Rafael Argueta Rivera, is also accused of being involved in the incident. The victim screamed for help, and the suspects reportedly fled the scene when oncoming traffic approached.

  • The reported sexual assault occurred around 2:30 a.m. on March 14, 2026.
  • Police later found the two suspects near a swimming pool in Patterson Park.

The players

Brayan Alvarado Gomez

A 19-year-old suspect who is accused of sexually assaulting the victim and punching her in the head.

Angel Rafael Argueta Rivera

A 22-year-old suspect who is accused of being involved in the incident.

Arch McKown

A neighborhood safety advocate who knows the victim and expressed concern for her well-being.

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What they’re saying

“My heart goes out to the victim. This is incredibly, deeply traumatic for her and her family.”

— Arch McKown, Neighborhood safety advocate

“It's awful to have to experience that, and I hope she finds help and healing and is able to get some support. I'm sure it has just been a really traumatic time. So, just very sorry for what she experienced.”

— Anonymous, Park frequenter

What’s next

Police said Gomez is on home monitoring, while Rivera is being held without bond. The judge will determine if the suspects will be granted bail in the coming days.

The takeaway

This incident has shaken the local community and highlights the ongoing need for improved public safety measures and support services for victims of sexual violence. The case underscores the importance of community engagement and collaboration to address such traumatic events and prevent future occurrences.