A 14-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with a violent sexual assault in Hollywood, authorities said.
The teen was arrested late Monday after officers served an arrest warrant in the 700 block of South Park Road, Hollywood Police officials said.
According to police, the victim was walking to work just before 4 a.m. on Friday when she was attacked and sexually battered by the teen in the 300 block of S. Park Road.
Police released surveillance images of the suspect after the incident, and said detectives worked around the clock to find him and take him into custody.
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Authorities originally thought the suspect was in his 20s, which was concerning enough for neighbors, but when they learned his actual age they were shocked.
"To find out 14, that’s just like really sad, there’s no why, you know?" neighbor Maria Solerdubreuil said.
Officials haven't released any other details about the battery or the specific charges the teen will face.
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The teen appeared in court Tuesday where a judge agreed to a 21-day detention. The next court appearance that will help determine if he will be charged as an adult in the case is scheduled for June 27th.
