Crime & Safety
Woman Sexually Assaulted On Paradise Valley Nature Trail: Cops
A man approached her and told her he wanted to "show her a good fishing spot," police said.
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester police are investigating after a woman reported she was sexually assaulted in the Paradise Valley Nature Area.
The incident occurred on Sunday, Oct. 6 between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.
A man approached the victim and told her he wanted to "show her a good fishing spot," police said.
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He took her to a secluded area, before groping her and exposing himself to her, according to authorities.
The woman was able to flee the area to safety.
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The suspect was a white man, possibly in his 40s, standing about 5 feet, 5 inches tall. He was last seen driving a small silver Ford pickup truck.
If you have any information on this incident or similar incidents, please contact the West Chester Police Department at 610-696-2700.
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