Attempted Rape
DATE: May 5, 2007

The New Paltz Police Department is investigating an attempted forcible rape that occurred in New Paltz earlier today.

At approximately 3:25am this morning, the New Paltz Police Department responded to a 911 call for a reported attempted rape. Through investigation, members learned that the victim, a 21-year-old SUNY New Paltz student, was picked up on Main Street by an unknown male suspect. The suspect drove the victim to a field off of Springtown Road, just west of the Wallkill River, where he attempted to forcibly rape her. His actions were stopped by a passing motorist who observed the victim and suspect and stopped to inquire.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male 5'10" to 6'00" tall, medium build, short black hair. He was last seen leaving the area in a Ford Explorer Sport Track, color red, heading northbound on Springtown Road.

New Paltz Police are investigating the incident and following up on active leads. Anyone with information is asked to contact the New Paltz Police Detective Division at (845) 255-1323. All information will be kept confidential.