WALNUT CREEK — An area resident was arrested on suspicion of battery and violating his probation for allegedly trying to hug and kiss a girl by means of her open automobile window, authorities mentioned.
Mohammed Shaikh, 77, a registered intercourse offender residing in Walnut Creek, was arrested final month after the lady recognized him from a photograph lineup. Police say that on July 26, the lady was leaving her house on Sunne Lane when Shaikh got here up behind her, blocking her solely path out of her parking spot, then went round to the automobile and launched himself.
When he went for an unsolicited kiss, the lady was capable of swat his hand away, however he grabbed her shoulder within the course of, in accordance with authorities. After the lady reported it and recognized Shaikh from a photograph lineup, a misdemeanor arrest warrant was issued.
Shaikh has a number of arrests for lewd conduct, typically involving kids, since 1970. His most up-to-date conviction, in 2024 for misdemeanor sexual battery and false imprisonment, resulted in a 364-day jail time period and a two 12 months probation sentence, in accordance with courtroom information. Shaikh has not but been charged in reference to this incident, courtroom information present.