QUEENS, NY – The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a man wanted in connection with a forcible touching incident aboard a northbound N train near the 30th Avenue station.
The incident occurred around 10:05 p.m. Wednesday when a 36-year-old woman reported being inappropriately touched by an unidentified male passenger.
The victim exited the train at 30th Avenue, while the suspect remained onboard and continued traveling northbound, police said.
Key Points
- NYPD seeks man wanted in connection with a forcible touching incident on the N train.
- A 36-year-old woman was touched over her clothing before fleeing the train at 30th Avenue.
- The suspect was last seen wearing all black and carrying a black backpack.
Incident under investigation
According to police, the victim was seated when the suspect, who was sitting beside her, grabbed her inner thigh over her clothing. She immediately got up and exited the train, reporting the incident shortly after. No injuries were reported.
Police release description of suspect
The individual is described as a male with a light complexion, black hair, and a beard. He was last seen wearing a black hooded jacket, black pants, black sandals, and carrying a black backpack.
The NYPD’s 114th Precinct and Transit District 20 are investigating the case. Anyone with information or who recognizes the individual in the released images is asked to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline.
