A violent assault occurred in Central Park when a woman was raped at knifepoint following an attack near East 66th Street on Fifth Avenue. The incident took place late Saturday evening, with the victim reportedly dragged from the busy thoroughfare before the attack. Authorities have not yet released further details about the suspect or any potential leads in the case. The attack underscores ongoing safety concerns in one of New York City’s most frequented public spaces.
A woman was raped at knifepoint in Central Park at 8:30 Saturday night after being dragged off Fifth Avenue near East 66th Street.
