Suspect in Central Park Attempted Rape Also Linked to Subway Groping Incident

Authorities are questioning a man connected to two sexual assault cases in New York City, with DNA evidence tying him to the Central Park attack.

A 43-year-old man is in custody for allegedly groping a woman on an Upper West Side subway platform.
The same suspect is being questioned for the attempted rape of a 21-year-old sunbather in Central Park.
The Central Park incident occurred on June 24, with the suspect exposing himself and attacking the victim.
The victim managed to fend off the attacker, who then fled the scene.
Police have released a sketch of the suspect and are seeking further evidence to press charges.