Woman Reports Attack by Naked Man in Meridian Store

MERIDIAN, Idaho (AP) — A 23-year-old man has been arrested after a woman reported being attacked by a naked man at a Meridian convenience store.

The Idaho Statesman reports that the assault was reported about 6 a.m. Monday. The woman says a naked man attacked her when she entered the women's restroom. Meridian Deputy Police Chief Tracy Basterrechea says witnesses were able to describe the unclothed assailant and police searched the area.

A suspect was found who matches the descriptions of the naked man, though the he was clothed at the time of arrest. The man was taken to a local hospital after officers determined he was under the influence of methamphetamine. He was later booked into the Ada County Jail on suspicion of battery with intent to commit a serious felony.