MCSO investigating sexual assault involving rideshare driver

PHOENIX – Officials with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office say they are asking for the public’s help in identifying people who may have had concerning encounters with a 33-year-old man who is accused of sexual assault.

What we know:

In a statement released on the afternoon of Oct. 27, the suspect was identified as 33-year-old Lemolineaux Bain.

“A 21-year-old woman reported she was sexually assaulted by her Uber driver after requesting a ride home following a night out with friends,” read a portion of the statement. “The victim, who was highly intoxicated and has limited recollection of the events, reported the incident the following evening.”

Investigators said when the 21-year-old arrived at her home, her parents “inadvertently interrupted what was happening and prompted a confrontation with the driver.”

“Bain later fled from law enforcement attempting to detain him for questioning,” read a portion of the statement.

What we don’t know:

In their statement, MCSO did not state when or where the aforementioned incident happened. We have reached out to MCSO for more information.

What they’re saying:

“During the course of the investigation, detectives learned more information which led them to believe additional victims may exist. This may be individuals who may not recall incidents due to intoxication or who have been reluctant to report their experiences,” investigators wrote.

What you can do:

“The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone who knows Bain’s location, may have been a victim, or who has information regarding inappropriate or criminal behavior involving this driver, to come forward immediately,” a portion of the statement reads.

Officials with MCSO say people with information can contact MCSO at (602) 876-1011, or submit a tip anonymously to (602) 876-TIPS.

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