Manhunt underway for accused Bronx attempted rapist on blue scooter: NYPD

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WOODLAWN, The Bronx (PIX11) -- Police are searching for a man accused of attempted rape in the Bronx on Saturday, according to authorities.

Miguel Rivera, 45, is wanted in connection to the attempted sexual assault, according to the NYPD. Around 1:30 a.m., a 26-year-old woman was approached by someone from behind who put her in a chokehold and dragged her to the ground, according to police.

The suspect got away on a blue scooter, according to police.

The woman was treated for minor injuries, police said.

Submit tips to police by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477), visiting crimestoppers.nypdonline.org, downloading the NYPD Crime Stoppers mobile app, or texting 274637 (CRIMES) then entering TIP577. Spanish-speaking callers are asked to dial 1-888-57-PISTA (74782).

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