The NYPD is currently searching for a man involved in an attempted rape incident that occurred in the Bronx. In a post shared on the official NYPD Crimestoppers Facebook page, authorities detailed how yesterday morning at around 12:15 A.M., near East 150 Street and Wales Avenue, a 20-year-old woman was nearly assaulted. The suspect purportedly targeted the victim and then fled the scene on foot, heading north on Wales Avenue.
According to NYPD Crimestoppers, the unidentified individual approached the female and attempted to commit the crime before deciding to escape. This incident sent shockwaves through the community in the 40 Precinct, raising concerns about safety and urging residents to be vigilant. The NYPD has not released the suspect's description at this time, but is actively soliciting help from the public.
Those with any information regarding this case are encouraged to contact the NYPD. Direct messages to @nypdtips on social media platforms or calls to the Crimestoppers hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) are avenues provided for tipsters. The Crimestoppers program often offers rewards for information leading to arrests in serious crimes, though it's not immediately clear if that's the case for this particular incident.
