Two Suspicious Incidents Reported On Salmon Creek Trail, Authorities Investigating – KXL

VANCOUVER, Wash. — The Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is investigating two separate incidents involving women who reported being followed or assaulted while walking or running on the popular Salmon Creek Trail near Klineline Park.

First Incident: Sept. 3 — Woman Assaulted While Walking Dog:

On the afternoon of September 3, 2025, a woman reported being assaulted while walking her dog eastbound on the Salmon Creek Trail near 800 NE 117th Street.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, the woman told 911 dispatchers that around 3:42 p.m., a man ran up behind her and forcefully grabbed her buttocks before continuing along the trail without speaking. The suspect reportedly looked back at the victim but did not make contact again.

The man is described as:

• White male, in his 20s

• 5’9” to 5’10” tall

• Muscular or athletic build, slightly tan

• Brown, bushy or shaggy hair

• Shirtless, wearing knee-length black shorts

• Wearing black athletic gloves with grip fingertips

This incident is being investigated as Assault IV with sexual motivation.

Second Incident: Sept. 8 — Woman Followed, Possibly Recorded:

A second incident was reported on September 8, 2025, involving a woman who said she felt unsafe while running on a trail in the same area.

She described seeing a white male, very tan, with a muscular build and approximately the same height as the previous suspect. This man was wearing a tan long-sleeve shirt and a mask or face covering pulled over his nose. It is unclear if he had facial hair.

The woman told deputies the man appeared to be filming her with his phone, holding it with both arms extended. She saw him again sitting on a bench, still pointing the phone in her direction. Feeling uncomfortable, she moved to a more populated area of the park.

She later filed a report after seeing a social media post referencing a similar encounter.

Investigation Ongoing

CCSO has not confirmed whether the two incidents are connected but says both cases remain under investigation. Authorities are asking anyone who may have witnessed these events or experienced something similar in the area to come forward.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Clark County Sheriff’s Office.