Queens, NY — An 18-year-old woman was sexually assaulted inside a residential building in Queens early Thursday morning, and the attacker remains at large, according to the NYPD. The incident happened around 5:00 a.m. near East 56 Street and Mill Lane, prompting an ongoing search for the unidentified suspect.
Police say the victim was inside the building when the assault occurred. No further details about the suspect or the circumstances leading up to the attack have been released.
Early morning assault under investigation
The case was first publicized through an NYPD Crimestoppers alert, which is typically used when investigators are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect. The lack of identifying information suggests the investigation is still in its early stages.
The location—described as a building in the East 56 Street and Mill Lane area—places the incident within a residential section of Queens, raising concerns about safety in what is typically considered a private setting.
Police urge public to come forward
Detectives are asking anyone who may have information about the assault to contact the NYPD Crimestoppers Hotline. Tips can be submitted by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, in Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Information can also be provided online or via X @NYPDTips.
All tips are confidential, and callers can remain anonymous.
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Key Points
• 18-year-old woman sexually assaulted inside Queens building around 5 a.m.
• Incident occurred near East 56 Street and Mill Lane
• NYPD searching for unidentified suspect and requesting public tips
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Limited details as investigation continues
Authorities have not released a description of the suspect, nor have they said whether the individual was known to the victim. It is also unclear how the suspect gained access to the building.
Cases involving sexual assault often involve careful evidence collection and victim support, which can limit the amount of information released publicly in the early stages.
