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Brooklyn Sexual Assaults: Police Seek Predator Targeting Women
Law enforcement officials are urgently seeking a suspect following a series of sexual assault incidents in Brooklyn. Over the past three weeks, at least four women have been attacked by a predator, prompting a widespread警備 effort to apprehend the assailant. Authorities have cautioned that the perpetrator has shown no regard for the age of his victims or the time of day when these disturbing attacks occur.
Details of the Sexual Assault Incidents
First Attack in Dumbo
The alarming pattern began on March 19 in the Dumbo neighborhood. According to police reports, the suspect accosted a 30-year-old woman around 6:45 a.m. as she walked near the intersection of Gold and Front streets. The assailant reportedly approached her from behind, grabbed her and forcibly assaulted her before fleeing the scene.
Second Assault: Similar Behavior
Eleven days later, approximately ten blocks from the initial incident, a similar assault occurred. On March 30, a 21-year-old woman became a victim of the same perpetrator. The New York Police Department (NYPD) stated that this second attack happened just before 8:00 a.m. near Middagh and Willow streets. The method of assault was reportedly similar, with the suspect physically restraining the woman.
Third Incident: Pattern Continues
The disturbing trend continued on Tuesday when the suspect targeted another woman, aged 34. This incident took place at approximately 10:30 p.m. near Henry and Joralemon streets. As with the previous assaults, the suspect engaged in the same abhorrent behavior, police confirmed.
Fourth Attack: Fort Greene
In the most recent assault, occurring just hours after the third incident, the predator struck in Fort Greene. At approximately 3:40 a.m. on Wednesday, a 60-year-old woman was molested near Fulton Street and Ashland Place. This fourth attack further underscores the brazen nature of these crimes.
Victims’ Condition and Suspect Description
Fortunately, none of the victims in these sexual assault cases sustained physical injuries, as reported by the NYPD.
Public Assistance Requested to Identify Suspect
The NYPD has released video footage of the suspect in an effort to gain public assistance in identifying him. The video shows him entering a store wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, jacket, sweatpants, and bright white sneakers. Additional images released by police depict the suspect wearing distinctive red sweatpants.
Call to Action: Contact NYPD Crime Stoppers
Authorities are urging anyone who possesses information regarding these sexual assault incidents to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline immediately. Tips can be submitted by:
- Calling 1-800-577-TIPS (8477)
- For Spanish speakers, calling 1-888-57-PISTA (74782)
- Logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/
- Submitting tips via X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips
The NYPD emphasizes the importance of community cooperation in apprehending this dangerous individual and ensuring the safety of Brooklyn residents.