Search continues for Castro Valley attempted rape suspect

Authorities are searching for a suspect in an attempted rape in Castro Valley earlier this month.

The man allegedly attacked and attempted to rape a woman in the area of Castro Valley Boulevard and Mattox Road about 1:15 a.m. on Aug. 12, the Alameda County Sheriff’s Office said on social media.

The suspect fled on foot from sheriff’s deputies after the assault, the sheriff’s office said.

Surveillance photos of the suspect were posted on the sheriff’s Facebook page.

Anyone with information on the suspect’s identity is asked to call (510) 667-7721. Callers can remain anonymous.