The New York City Police Department is actively searching for a suspect wanted in connection with a sexual assault that occurred early Sunday morning in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn. The incident took place at approximately 12:30 a.m. near the intersection of Bedford Avenue and Willoughby Avenue. According to law enforcement sources, a 27-year-old woman was followed into an apartment building where she was raped. Prior to entering the building, the suspect, described as an e-bike rider, allegedly slapped the victim on the rear end while on the street. Police have released images of the individual, who is described as wearing a gray hat, gray pants, and a dark jacket. Authorities state there is no indication that the suspect knew the victim, and he fled the scene in an unknown direction. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The NYPD’s 79th Precinct, which has jurisdiction over the area, is leading the investigation. CompStat data indicates that the precinct has investigated 24 rapes this year, marking a 33 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025. The suspect remains at large, and the NYPD is urging the public to remain vigilant. Anyone with information regarding the suspect’s whereabouts or identity is encouraged to contact the 79th Precinct or submit tips through official NYPD channels. The case remains under active investigation as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.