Police are searching for a man accused of inappropriately touching a 19-year-old woman at a subway station in Prospect Heights. The incident occurred last Friday around 6:30 p.m., after which the suspect was seen fleeing into the 7th Avenue station, according to a report by the Brooklyn Paper.
The suspect is described as approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, last seen wearing a light green T-shirt and carrying a gray bag. While the woman was not physically injured, the Brooklyn Paper notes that the incident contributes to a reported increase in transit-related crimes within Park Slope's 78th Precinct, which has seen a 25% rise as of last Sunday. Additionally, rape cases in the precinct have increased by 200% compared to the same period last year.
The NYPD is encouraging anyone with information to come forward, assuring anonymity for those who submit tips through the Crime Stoppers program. As reported by Patch, calls can be made to the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for Spanish speakers. Tips can also be submitted online or through X, providing a confidential way to assist with the investigation.
