NEW YORK, N.Y. — The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man wanted in connection with the sexual abuse of a 19-year-old woman at the Times Square-42nd Street subway station earlier this month.
According to the NYPD, the incident occurred at approximately 10:13 p.m. on Aug. 3 while the victim was standing on the southbound “N” train platform at the Times Square-42nd Street subway station.
Suspect Allegedly Groped Victim Before Fleeing
Police said the unidentified man approached the 19-year-old victim and grabbed her groin over her clothing.
The victim pulled away, and the suspect immediately boarded a southbound “3” train before fleeing to parts unknown.
- The incident occurred at approximately 10:13 p.m. on Aug. 3.
- The victim was standing on the southbound “N” train platform.
- The suspect fled aboard a southbound “3” train.
Crime Stoppers Seeks Public’s Help
The NYPD has released information about the incident as detectives continue working to identify the suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for Spanish-speaking callers. Tips can also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website or on X @NYPDTips. All calls and tips are kept confidential.
Where did the alleged sexual abuse occur?
Police said the incident happened on the southbound “N” train platform at the Times Square-42nd Street subway station.
What happened during the incident?
According to investigators, the suspect approached a 19-year-old woman, grabbed her groin over her clothing, and fled after she pulled away.
How can the public provide information?
Anyone with information can contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), submit a tip online, or message @NYPDTips. All tips are confidential.
Sources: NYPD Crime Stoppers • NYPD