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Man wanted for groping woman in Crotona Park

Police say a 34‑year‑old woman was standing near East 176th Street and Boston Road at 1:30 p.m., when an unidentified man approached her on a bicycle and groped her before fleeing.

Molly Bruton

Jul 4, 2026, 12:11 PM

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The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying a man who they say forcibly touched a woman in Crotona Park on June 22.

Police say a 34‑year‑old woman was standing near East 176th Street and Boston Road at 1:30 p.m. when an unidentified man approached her on a bicycle and groped her before fleeing.

No injuries were reported. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑577‑TIPS.

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