BRONX, NY — A 24-year-old woman escaped unharmed after a man attempted to stab her in the Bronx on Friday night before fleeing the scene, police said.
Key Points
- A man attempted to stab a 24-year-old woman near Cromwell Avenue and West 170th Street on March 28.
- The suspect fled the area on foot; the victim was not injured.
- Police are searching for a male suspect with a dark complexion and black hair.
Attempted stabbing near Cromwell Avenue
The incident occurred around 8:40 p.m. on Friday, March 28, when the woman was walking near Cromwell Avenue and West 170th Street. An unidentified male approached her and attempted to strike her with a knife, according to the NYPD.
The suspect did not make contact, and the woman was not injured in the attempted assault.
Suspect fled the scene
Following the failed attack, the suspect fled the area on foot in an unknown direction. No arrests have been made, and police are continuing their investigation.
The sought individual is described as a male with a dark complexion and black hair. He was last seen wearing a blue jacket and black pants.