Perv sought after placing device under woman’s dress at brooklyn target

Perv sought after placing device under woman’s dress at Brooklyn Target

BROOKLYN — A 26-year-old woman was targeted in a disturbing incident inside a Brooklyn Target on Wednesday evening, according to police.

The woman was shopping at the store located at 1715 East 13th Street at approximately 8 p.m. when an unidentified man approached her from behind and placed an electronic device under her dress.

Perv sought after placing device under woman’s dress at brooklyn target
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The individual fled the location immediately after the act and remains at large. The victim was not injured.

Authorities have released a description of the suspect, who is described as a male with a light complexion. He was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt and black shorts.

No arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing.

Police are seeking information as they work to identify the man involved in the incident.

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