Police in Brooklyn are searching for a man accused of attacking three children in Bush-Clinton Park, part of the Red Hook Recreation Area.
Details of the Incident
The assault occurred just before 6:30 p.m. last Monday. The suspect reportedly knocked a 12-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl to the ground and grabbed a 7-year-old boy by the neck, attempting to strangle him. All three children received treatment from EMS, with the 7-year-old sustaining bruising and pain.
Suspect Description
The unidentified man was seen wearing a blue T-shirt, black shorts, and grey and orange athletic sneakers. He fled the scene on foot and remains at large.
Related Incidents
The attack happened on the same day a woman allegedly shoved a 7-year-old special needs boy to the ground in Queens. Authorities are investigating both incidents.
How to Help
Anyone with information regarding the Brooklyn attack is urged to contact the NYPD Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782).
