According to the NYPD, a woman was allegedly raped by a man in Mott Haven, The Bronx on Monday.
Authorities reported that in Mott Haven around 1 a.m., a 35-year-old woman was walking when she was approached by a suspect who asked her for directions near Bergen Avenue and East 149th Street.
The medical professionals transported the victim to NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln for further treatment.
According to reports, the individual is approximately 6 feet in height. He was spotted donning a black shirt with a vibrant, multicolored pattern on the front, along with black pants and shoes. Additionally, he was seen carrying a backpack with a dark hue.
The investigation into the incident is being carried out by the Bronx Special Victims Squad.
If you have any information that can assist the police, you can submit tips by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), visiting crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, downloading the NYPD Crime Stoppers mobile app, or texting 274637 (CRIMES) and entering TIP577. For Spanish-speaking individuals, please dial 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Your cooperation in providing any relevant information is highly appreciated.
Erin Pflaumer, a digital content producer hailing from Long Island, has been reporting on local and national news since 2018. Recently, she joined PIX11 in 2023. You can check out more of her work here.
