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Man sought in Central Park attempted rape – Metro US

Man sought in Central Park attempted rape

This man allegedly tried to rape a 30-year-old woman in Central Park early Tuesday morning. (NYPD)

Police are searching for a man who tried to rape a woman in Central Park early Tuesday morning.

The suspect attacked the 30-year-old victim at approximately 2:40 a.m. in the vicinity of West 64th Street and West Drive, police said.

The woman was able to fight off her assailant with her purse, according to news reports.

No injuries were reported. Police released a surveillance photo of the suspect.