Woman attacked in brooklyn park as nypd launches hunt for rape suspect

Woman attacked in Brooklyn park as NYPD launches hunt for rape suspect

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May 30, 2026

Police seek public’s help after morning sexual assault in Kaiser Park

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A morning visit to a Brooklyn park turned into a violent crime scene when a 59-year-old woman was sexually assaulted by an unidentified attacker, prompting an urgent search by New York City police.

According to the NYPD, the attack occurred on Tuesday at approximately 8:20 a.m. inside Kaiser Park near Bayview Avenue and Neptune Avenue in Brooklyn.

Investigators said the 59-year-old female victim was inside the park when she was sexually assaulted by an unknown individual.

Police have not released details about the suspect or the circumstances surrounding the attack.

The NYPD’s investigation remains active as detectives work to identify and locate the person responsible.

Woman attacked in brooklyn park as nypd launches hunt for rape suspect
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Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

Tips can be submitted to the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), or 1-888-57-PISTA (74782) for Spanish-speaking callers. Information can also be submitted through the Crime Stoppers website or via the NYPD Tips social media account.


Key Points

  • A 59-year-old woman was sexually assaulted in Brooklyn’s Kaiser Park
  • The attack occurred Tuesday morning near Bayview Avenue and Neptune Avenue
  • NYPD detectives are seeking information to identify the suspect
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