Police Seek Help Identifying Home Invasion, Assault Suspect

The Livingston County Sheriff's Department is seeking help to identify a suspect in a home invasion and assault that happened Monday in Brighton Village in Genoa Township.

Police say that the victim was a 65-year-old woman who was leaving for work when she was confronted at her door. She was eventually able to run out of the house to a neighbor who called 911, according to a press release from the Livingston County Sheriff's Department.

The suspect is described by the victim and witnesses as being in his mid 20’s, around 5’10, with a medium build and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing dark jeans and a black hoodie.

Police said that the suspect fled on foot from the residence. A Sheriff K-9 unit tracked the man through a wooded area, but ended when the trail met pavement.

The Sheriff's Department said it received tips on Friday that a red, older car, similar to a Pontiac Fiero, was seen driving around the area of the assault repeatedly during the evening hours.

Police are asking anyone with any information about the suspect or the car to call Det. Matt Shutes at 517-540-7941.

A reward is being offered by Crime Stoppers.

For questions about this crime report, contact nicole.krawcke@patch.com.