The suspect who allegedly committed the rape in Sterling last week has been identified by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office, finally.

Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2008 10:31 AM
To: RSAN
Subject: LCSO Seeks Suspect Wanted for Aug. 29 Burglary & Sexual Assault in Sterling- 2 Pictures attached

Loudoun County, Virginia- The Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a violent criminal who is wanted for an
August 29th burglary and sexual assault in Sterling, VA.

Martin Jose Morales-Mancia, 24, of no fixed address, is wanted by the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office for allegedly entering a residence of a senior citizen on Ironwood Road. Inside he brandished a knife and
sexually assaulted the female victim.

Morales-Mancia, also goes by the first name Arnold or Jose, is a light skinned Hispanic male. He is described as being 5′9″ tall and weighs 170
pounds.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Morales-Mancia, you are asked to immediately contact the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office at 703-777-1021 or your local police department. Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call Loudoun Crime Solvers at 703-777-1919. If the information leads to the suspect’s apprehension the caller could be
eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000.

Authorities are asking residents to never approach the subject as he is considered dangerous.