Police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman during a morning bus ride before fleeing on foot in eastern Queens.
Queens, NY – The NYPD is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a forcible touching incident that occurred Friday morning on a Q77 MTA bus in the confines of the 105th Precinct.
According to police, the incident took place at approximately 7:50 a.m. near Hollis Avenue and Francis Lewis Boulevard. A 35-year-old woman was approached by an unidentified man while on the bus, who then pressed his body against her before fleeing on foot to an unknown location.
Authorities have released images of the individual and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Police seek public assistance in identifying suspect
The NYPD’s Crime Stoppers unit is leading the effort to identify the individual involved. No arrests have been made as of Saturday, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Key Points
- Incident occurred Friday around 7:50 a.m. on a Q77 bus in Queens
- 35-year-old woman targeted in forcible touching case
- Suspect fled on foot; police asking for public’s help
Officials are encouraging anyone who may recognize the suspect or has information related to the incident to contact authorities.
Anyone with information is asked to call the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Tips can also be submitted online through the Crime Stoppers website.
All calls are confidential.
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