FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Suspect Cong Tran

IN-CUSTODY

On May 22, 2025, at approximately 2:22 AM, Officers responded to a report of a burglary and an assault with the intent to commit a sex crime in the downtown area of San José. Upon arrival, Officers discovered an adult male suspect had entered an adult female survivor's residence through an unlocked door. The suspect then entered the survivor's bedroom while she was sleeping and laid on top of her. The suspect covered the survivor's mouth to prevent her from screaming and proceeded to sexually assault her. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival. 

SJPD Sexual Assault Investigations Unit Detectives immediately began a comprehensive investigation into the incident. During the course of the investigation, Patrol Officers recognized the suspect's description as matching that of a subject they had a consensual encounter with the night prior to the incident. Detectives identified the suspect as Cong Tran.  

At approximately 8:30 PM, proactive patrol Officers circulating the area located Suspect Tran in the city of San José. The suspect was apprehended and later booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail for charges related to burglary and sexual assault. 

Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact Detective Saavedra #4714 of the San José Police Sexual Assault Investigations Unit via email: 4714@sanjoseca.gov or by phone at (408) 277-4102.

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