The New York Police Department is actively seeking a suspect in connection with a reported sexual abuse incident that occurred in Manhattan earlier this month. Authorities have released information on a social media post from the NYPD Crimestoppers indicating that the assault took place on September 12, at approximately 4:00 AM, when a 23-year-old woman was attacked by an unidentified individual in the vicinity of East 7th Street and 2nd Avenue, within the boundaries of the NYPD 9th Precinct.
According to the details posted by NYPD Crimestoppers, the victim was entering a residential building when the perpetrator approached her from behind. He allegedly grabbed her and pulled her towards him, causing her to fall. The assailant then went on to drag the victim down the stairs. The woman was able to escape his grasp, prompting the individual to flee the scene on foot, heading westbound on 2nd Avenue.
The NYPD is urging anyone with information about the suspect or the event to come forward. The community has been asked to help ensure that this individual is apprehended quickly to prevent any potential future attacks. Details about the suspect have yet to be disclosed, but authorities are gathering evidence and seeking tips from the public.
The police are specifically asking individuals who might have been in the area at the time of the incident or anyone who possesses knowledge about the suspect to report their information. The public can directly message @nypdtips or call 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) with any potentially helpful details.
As the investigation continues, the NYPD has not released further information regarding the status of the victim or if there are any suspects on interest.
