NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is asking women to remain vigilant while jogging after an attempted kidnapping in City Park on Sunday.
Police say a woman was jogging just before 11:30 a.m. when a suspect got out of a vehicle, picked her up, and groped her.
She fought back and the suspect fled the scene in a white and gold vehicle.
According to police, the suspect is described as an adult Hispanic male, possibly in his late 20s or early 30s, with an average build standing at about 5’7”-5’8” with chin-length hair.
On Tuesday, the NOPD released images of a vehicle believed to be connected with the incident. The car is described as either a light brown or gold older-model sedan with a temporary license plate.
Have you seen this car?
Here are some suggested safety tips for women traveling on foot or jogging by themselves from NOPD:
- Run with a buddy
- Always carry your phone
- Enable emergency features on your watch (if applicable)
- Stay aware of your surroundings
- Do not use earbuds or headphones
- Stick to populated areas
- Know the area for quick escape
- Ping your location to quickly share if necessary
- Take a self-defense class
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