According to a tweet by @NYPDtips, the man attacked the 23-year-old victim at 5 a.m. inside the lobby of her building.
Per amNY: "According to authorities, the perpetrator sexually assaulted the victim, then removed her purse, which contained her wallet and camera. He then fled the location and was last seen heading southbound on foot along 1st Avenue."
We'll update this post when the NYPD releases more information about the suspect. Video of the suspect is below...
🚨WANTED🚨for A RAPE in the vicinity of Saint Marks Place and 1st Avenue. #Manhattan @NYPD9pct on 2/12/22 @ 5:00AM the individual approached the victim inside the lobby of her apt. building Reward up to💰 $3500 Know who he is?📞Call 1-800-577-TIPS Calls are CONFIDENTIAL! pic.twitter.com/mjp9psczN3
— NYPD Crime Stoppers (@NYPDTips) February 13, 2022
Anyone with information that could help in the investigation is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). You may also submit tips online. All calls are strictly confidential.
According to amNY, the victim is in stable condition at a local hospital for injuries she suffered in the attack, including a swollen lip and lacerations to her mouth.