MANHATTAN, NY – Police are searching for a man who allegedly groped a woman on a busy Midtown street Saturday morning before fleeing the scene, authorities said.
The incident happened around 8:37 a.m. in front of 977 Eighth Avenue, within the Midtown North Precinct.
A 22-year-old woman told police she was approached from behind by an unidentified man who grabbed her buttocks.
The suspect then ran off, heading south on Eighth Avenue. No injuries were reported.
Key Points
- 22-year-old woman groped Saturday morning on Eighth Avenue in Midtown
- Suspect fled southbound on foot and remains at large
- Man described as having a dark complexion, wearing gray striped jacket and black sweatpants
Police release description
The NYPD described the suspect as a male with a dark complexion, last seen wearing a gray striped jacket, black sweatpants, and brown shoes. Investigators are reviewing nearby surveillance footage to identify him.
Public urged to assist
Detectives are asking anyone who recognizes the man or has information about the incident to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline. All calls and tips can be submitted anonymously as the investigation remains ongoing.