Woman Sexually Assaulted in Tacoma Park

On December 11, 2024, a woman was sexually assaulted while walking her dog in the parking lot near the Point Defiance dog park in Tacoma. The attack occurred around 5 p.m. when an unknown male suspect, described as wearing a mask, gloves, and dark clothing, assaulted her from behind. Tacoma Police Department (TPD) has launched an active investigation but no arrests have been made as of now. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. This incident marks the second reported attack at the park this year, following a stabbing in February. Detectives and crime scene technicians are actively working on this case.