Police are seeking the public’s help after a reported lewd act targeting a teenage girl on a subway platform.
BROOKLYN, N.Y. – The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect accused of committing a lewd act in front of a 15-year-old girl at a Brooklyn subway station last month. The incident occurred around 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 26, at the President Street–Medgar Evers College station.
According to police, the victim was standing on the platform when an unidentified individual approached her from behind, exposed himself, and performed a lewd act. The teen then boarded a Manhattan-bound 2 train, while the suspect remained on the platform.
The incident took place within the confines of the NYPD’s 71st Precinct and Transit District 32. No physical injuries were reported.
“Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477),” NYPD Crimestoppers stated. “The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website.”
Key Points
- A 15-year-old girl was targeted in a lewd act on a Brooklyn subway platform
- The incident occurred at President St–Medgar Evers College station
- The suspect remains unidentified as police seek public assistance
Police urge tips as investigation continues
Authorities have not released a description of the suspect. The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to identify the individual involved.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by phone or online.
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