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Suspect wanted in Elmhurst attempted rape: cops

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Police are looking for the suspect wanted for attempting to rape a 23-year-old woman in Elmhurst.

On Aug. 16 at about 5 a.m. the victim was walking along Gleane Street near Elmhurst Avenue when the suspect grabbed her from behind and punched her in the head, according to cops. The victim fell to the floor and the suspect attempted to grab her while she was down, however she resisted.

The suspect then touched the victim forcibly before fleeing the scene, police said.


The NYPD has released a surveillance video of the suspect.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website or can text their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.

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