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Woman sought after broad daylight punch in Bronx dispute

BRONX, NY – Police are searching for a woman accused of punching a 25-year-old victim in the face during a dispute outside a West Bronx building in the middle of the afternoon.

The assault occurred Tuesday, Feb. 17, at approximately 4:52 p.m. in front of 14 West 170 Street within the confines of the 44th Precinct, according to the NYPD.

Authorities said the victim, a 25-year-old woman, was standing outside the location when she became involved in a verbal dispute with an unidentified female. The suspect allegedly struck the victim in the face with a closed fist before fleeing the scene on foot.

The victim’s condition was not immediately released.

Police have not provided a description of the suspect.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website or via social media at @NYPDTips.

Key Points

A 25-year-old woman was punched during a dispute on West 170 Street
The incident occurred around 4:52 p.m. within the 44th Precinct
The suspect fled on foot and remains unidentified

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