SAN FERNANDO (CNS) – Police are searching for a suspect in a rape in San Fernando.

A female walking and lost near San Fernando Road and Desmond Street in Pacoima at 4:35 a.m., Friday. July 13, flagged down a motorist and asked for help, said San Fernando Detective Irwin Rosenberg.

He invited her into his car and drove her to the 500 block of First Street near San Fernando Recreation Park in San Fernando. He threatened her with a knife if she didn't cooperate, raped her and then left her, Rosenberg said.

The suspect was described as in his mid-20s, about 5 feet 7 inches tall, with dark brown hair and no facial hair. He was driving a newer vehicle, possibly a Honda of unknown color.

Anyone with information about the rape was asked to call Rosenberg at (818) 898-1261 or (818) 898-1267. Police have video related to the crime.