NYPD releases images of a man wanted for allegedly sexually abusing 9-year-old girl
SUNSET PARK, Brooklyn (WABC) -- The search is on for a man wanted for allegedly sexually abusing a child.
The NYPD has released new photos of the suspect.
Police say he inappropriately touched a 9-year-old girl in Brooklyn.
The incident happened in the Sunset Park section along 59th Street around 7:45 on Thursday morning.
According to authorities, the man approached the girl as she was walking down the street, touched her private areas over her clothes and ran away.
They also reported that the young girl was not physically injured during the ordeal.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers or submit tips to their website.
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