JOHNSON COUNTY —Police are investigating three assaults that occurred near City parks or trails, according to a media release from Overland Park Police. Based on differing details and suspect information shared by victims, the Police Department does not believe these incidents are connected.
We are sharing this information to inform the public and encourage all community members to stay aware of their surroundings. The Police Department also encourages community members to call 911 if they observe any suspicious activity at any City park or trail.
The Overland Park Police Department has increased bike patrols throughout the City park and trail system and will continue to conduct these patrols.
The reported incidents occurred at the following locations and dates:
–Wilderness Lake Park, 16001 Rosewood, on Aug. 8 at approximately 8 p.m.
–Rosehill East Park, 10531 Rosehill, on Sept. 10 at approximately 1 a.m.
–Near Nall Park, 104th and Nall, on Oct. 19 at approximately 12:30 p.m.
In each case, the suspect was reported as a man who would approach a woman from behind. The Overland Park Police Department is actively investigating all of the reported incidents. Anyone with possible information is asked to call 913-344-8750 or the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-TIPS.