Brooklyn, NY – The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man wanted for forcible touching after a 17-year-old girl was groped in the East New York section of Brooklyn last fall.
Police said the incident occurred around 10:35 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, near the intersection of Etna Street and Crescent Street, within the 75th Precinct. The victim was walking toward the intersection when an unidentified man approached her from behind and grabbed her buttocks before fleeing the scene.
No injuries were reported, and police have not released a detailed suspect description. Detectives are reviewing area surveillance footage as the investigation continues.
- 17-year-old girl groped in East New York neighborhood
- NYPD seeking public’s help identifying the suspect
- Tip line and direct messages open for anonymous information
Anyone with information is urged to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), submit a tip online, or message @nypdtips on social media. All tips are confidential.