Nypd seeks subway perv who performed lewd at on 5 train near grand central

NEW YORK, NY — Police are searching for a man accused of committing a lewd act aboard a southbound “5” train near Grand Central Station last week.

The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, as the train was approaching the 42nd Street-Grand Central Station stop, according to the NYPD. Authorities said an unidentified male engaged in a public lewdness act while on the train.

No injuries were reported, and police have not disclosed whether any witnesses were present during the incident.

The NYPD has released images of the suspect in hopes that the public can help identify him.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.

Police are searching for a man accused of a lewd act on a Manhattan subway as they ask for the public’s help in identifying him.

Key Points

A man allegedly committed a lewd act on a southbound “5” train near Grand Central Station.
The incident happened on Tuesday, March 11, around 9:30 p.m.
No injuries were reported, and police are seeking the suspect’s identity.

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