The New York Police Department is actively seeking a man in connection with an attempted rape that took place in Manhattan this past weekend. The NYPD Crimestoppers unit relayed the details of the incident, which occurred on Sunday, around 3:30 A.M. near the intersection of 47th Street and 8th Avenue, within the jurisdiction of the Manhattan North Precinct. According to their report, an unidentified male allegedly approached a 21-year-old woman and attempted to sexually assault her. Following the assault, the suspect is said to have escaped on foot, heading west on 47th Street toward 9th Avenue.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have information regarding the suspect to step forward. Details are critical in apprehending the individual responsible for this crime. The public can relay any relevant tips by sending a direct message to the official NYPD Tips facebook page, or by calling the Crimestoppers hotline directly at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). The anonymity of the tipsters will be maintained to encourage the sharing of information.
The police have not yet released a detailed description of the suspect nor any surveillance footage that may have captured the incident. The police are urging public vigilance and the sharing of any knowledge that could be linked to the incident.
