Person of interest taken into custody for attempted rape of Central Park sunbather: Sources

Person of interest taken into custody for attempted rape of Central Park sunbather: Sources

Person of interest taken into custody for attempted rape of Central Park sunbather: Sources

A woman was attacked by the man in late June, but managed to fight him off.

ByAaron Katersky

July 2, 2024, 10:16 AM

    A person of interest has been taken into custody for the attempted rape of a woman sunbathing in Central Park last month, police sources told ABC News.

    The man, who has not been identified, has not been charged in the June 24 attempted sexual assault of a woman, but the sources said DNA links him to the incident.

    This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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