Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of forcibly touching a 17-year-old girl aboard an F train approaching the Smith–9 Street subway station in Brooklyn.
The New York City Police Department is searching for a suspect following the reported forcible touching of a teenage girl aboard a Brooklyn-bound subway train Thursday afternoon.
According to the NYPD, the incident occurred on June 25 at approximately 12:40 p.m. while a 17-year-old female was riding a Brooklyn-bound F train approaching the Smith–9 Street station.
Police allege the unidentified suspect forcibly grabbed the victim’s buttocks during the incident.
Investigation underway
The suspect fled the area following the incident, according to police.
Authorities have not released a description of the individual or announced any arrests.
The investigation remains ongoing.
NYPD seeks public’s help
The NYPD is asking anyone with information about the incident or the suspect’s identity to come forward.
Tips can be submitted by sending a direct message to @NYPDTips on social media or by calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). All calls are confidential.
Key Points
• Police are searching for a suspect accused of forcibly touching a 17-year-old girl aboard a Brooklyn-bound F train.
• The incident occurred Thursday at approximately 12:40 p.m. as the train approached the Smith–9 Street subway station.
• Anyone with information is asked to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS or message @NYPDTips.