NEW YORK — The NYPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying a man wanted in connection with a forcible touching incident that occurred late Friday night aboard a southbound 6 train in the Bronx.
According to police, the incident happened on July 11 at approximately 11:45 p.m. as a 23-year-old woman was riding the train at the Buhre Avenue subway station. An unidentified male suspect allegedly approached the victim from behind and slapped her buttocks.
The man remained on the train and later fled to an unknown location. No injuries were reported.
The suspect is described as a male with a medium complexion. He was last seen wearing a black sweatshirt, blue jeans, white sneakers, and a black hat.
The incident is being investigated by the NYPD’s Transit District 12 and occurred within the 45th Precinct.
Anyone with information is urged to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers.
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