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SAPD: Man arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a patient under sedation at local doctor's office, more victims possible

Authorities are urging any other victims that might have been assaulted by the same suspect to come forward.
Credit: SAPD

SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Police Department has arrested a man accused of sexually assaulting a patient while they were sedated at the 8 Dominion doctor's office.

The suspect has been identified as 60-year-old Edward Jose Ramirez.

The crime reportedly took place back on May 31, and Ramirez was arrested by US Marshalls last week.

SAPD is asking any other possible victims of Ramirez to come forward by contacting their Special Victims Unit at 210-207-2313.

The victim has not been identified and SAPD wants to reassure that any information provided to an agent regarding Ramirez will be kept completely confidential. 

This is an ongoing investigation. KENS 5 will update this story as more information becomes available.

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