Rapist Sought in Bronx Attack
Police Investigate Sexual Assault in Clason Point
Detectives in the Bronx are on the hunt for a rapist who attacked a 19-year-old woman last week — the latest sexual assault case to rock the borough.
Incident Details
The rape occurred in the vicinity of White Plains Road and Gildersleeve Avenue in Clason Point, Bronx at about 8:30 p.m. on December 12. According to police, the victim met with the unknown male individual at the location, but the meeting quickly turned violent and ended when the suspect raped the victim inside his vehicle.
Perpetrator Description
Police described the suspect as a man with a medium build and a light complexion, standing 6 feet tall. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, dark gray pants, and white sneakers.
Investigation
Following the attack, the perpetrator took off inside the vehicle in an unknown direction. The incident was reported to the 45th Precinct, and EMS rushed the victim to Jacobi Hospital for evaluation.
Recent Sexual Assault Cases in the Bronx
The Bronx has seen a number of high-profile rape cases in recent weeks. On December 11, cops picked up a homeless shelter resident who allegedly raped a 26-year-old woman near an apartment building on Virginia Avenue in Parkchester. Special victims detectives were also looking for the suspect in a second rape case who sexually assaulted a woman inside a vehicle near a McDonald’s restaurant in Parkchester on Thanksgiving Day.
Call for Tips
Anyone with information regarding the rape can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA). You can also submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips. All calls and messages are kept confidential.
Conclusion
The Bronx community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The NYPD is working tirelessly to apprehend the perpetrator and bring justice to the victim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the location of the rape incident?
A: The rape occurred in the vicinity of White Plains Road and Gildersleeve Avenue in Clason Point, Bronx.
Q: What is the description of the suspect?
A: The suspect is a man with a medium build and a light complexion, standing 6 feet tall, wearing a black jacket, dark gray pants, and white sneakers.
Q: How can I report any information regarding the rape?
A: You can call Crime Stoppers at 800-577-TIPS (for Spanish, dial 888-57-PISTA), submit tips online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
