14-year-old girl groped on bronx bus as suspect sought by nypd

14-year-old girl groped on Bronx bus as suspect sought by NYPD

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February 11, 2026
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Police search for suspect in reported forcible touching on Bronx bus

BRONX, N.Y. — A 14-year-old girl riding a BX15 MTA bus Saturday afternoon was allegedly forcibly touched by an unidentified man who grabbed her before exiting at a Bronx stop and fleeing on foot, police said.

The incident occurred Saturday at approximately 1:50 p.m. as the bus traveled near East 153 Street and Third Avenue within the confines of the 40th Precinct.

According to police, the teen was on board when the individual approached her and grabbed her buttocks and arm. The suspect then exited the bus at East 153 Street and ran off to parts unknown.

No injuries were reported. The investigation remains ongoing and no arrests have been made.

Anyone with information is asked to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or by sending a direct message to @NYPDTips.

Key Points

• A 14-year-old girl was allegedly forcibly touched while riding a BX15 bus in the Bronx
• The suspect exited at East 153 Street and fled on foot
• The incident occurred Saturday at approximately 1:50 p.m. within the 40th Precinct

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