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Man tried to sexually assault woman in Central Park: NYPD
MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) --- Police are searching for a man who tried to sexually assault a woman who was sunbathing in Central Park on Monday afternoon, according to police and sources.
The incident happened near the Great Hill by West Drive and 104th Street at around 1:35 p.m. The 22-year-old woman was sunbathing by herself when the suspect came up from behind and jumped on top of her, sources said. The victim fought him off and suffered minor injuries.
Police are canvassing the park after the suspect fled the scene, officials said. The man is about 30 years old with a short haircut.
There have been no arrests.
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