Crime & Safety
Homeless Man Accused Of Trying To Rape Woman In Nassau: Police
Freddie Keitt was taken into custody on Friday, police said.
INWOOD, NY — A homeless man has been charged with attempting to rape a woman in Inwood, police said.
The 50-year-old victim was walking on Nassau Avenue on Aug. 4 at 5:30 a.m. when a man approached her from behind.
According to police, the suspect forcefully wrapped his arms around the woman's waist and dragged her to a concealed area between two parked cars.
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The victim was pushed to the ground and was struck several times in the head, police said.
She was able to escape and fled the scene.
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An investigation led police to locate and arrest Freddie Keitt, 44.
He is charged with first-degree attempted rape and third-degree assault. Keitt was scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday.
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