Officials are investigating two separate assaults that took place at an Eagan park within a two-month span.

The Eagan Police Department and Dakota County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a sexual assault that took place in Lebanon Hills Regional Park on Thursday at around 11 a.m.

Officials say that a woman was attacked while walking alone along the trail system in the park.

A similar physical assault was reported to police near the same location on Sept. 7 around 4:30 p.m., however, authorities say the victim in that case was able to get away.

Police say that there has been increased patrol activity around Lebanon Hills Park but still encourage community members to travel with someone else while on the trails.

“It’s sad that places like this that are so beautiful have just been kind of not ruined, but just there’s a different aspect to now. You kind of have to worry about that,” Mallory Nelson, park attendee, said. “It’s scary as a woman.”

After hearing of the sexual assault investigations, some park-goers are coming to the regional park on high alert.

“I shouldn’t be walking here by myself anymore. I have to try to find a friend that can come with me,” Marsha Haiart, park-goer, said.

“I personally always have pepper spray, just as a girl walking alone or coming out during the day, for sure,” Nelson added.

Authorities state that this is an open and active investigation.

If you see anything suspicious or have any further information, contact the Eagan Police Department at 651-675-5799 or email at eaganpd@eaganmn.gov.

Editor’s note: The Eagan Police Department clarified that the incident on Sept. 7 was a physical assault rather than a sexual assault.