Police are searching for a Hispanic male as a suspect in connection with a sexual assault pattern in Flushing targeted against Asian females.
The man is described as in his 20s, weighing about 130 pounds and standing at 5’5”.
In the latest and third incident, it was said he wore a black leather jacket, blue jeans and dark sneakers. On February 27 around 3:45 a.m., the suspect approached and sexually assaulted a 25-year-old female then fled the scene of 37-04 Bowne Street. The victim was treated for minor injuries, police said in a statement.
On December 12, 2010 around 7:30 p.m., a 27-year-old female was dragged to a secluded spot in the area of Sanford Avenue and 147th Street, where the suspect struck the victim in the face, slammed her onto a wall and sexually assaulted her. Before he fled the location, he took her cell phone and wallet. She was treated for minor injuries.
The first incidence took place on September 22, 2010 around 10:20 p.m in the area of 34th Avenue. The suspect approached from behind and pushed a 37-year-old female to the ground and sexually assaulted her before fleeing. The victim suffered wounds and bruises to her legs.
As of Tuesday, March 8, there have been no arrests made, said an NYPD spokesperson.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto Crime Stoppers’ web site at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577.
