Ann Arbor Police Seek Suspect in Two Late-Night Groping Incidents Occurring 25 Minutes Apart
Created on: 2025 April 19Last updated 4 hours ago18 contributions
Two separate groping incidents occurred in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on the night of Thursday, April 17, 2025, involving women who were approached from behind by an unidentified male suspect. The first incident took place around 11:20 p.m. near the intersection of South Fifth Avenue and East William Street. A female was groped from behind by a man, who then returned approximately one minute later to grope her a second time. When confronted, he fled south on Fifth Avenue. The second incident occurred roughly 25 minutes later, at approximately 11:45 p.m., in the 1000 block of Greenwood Avenue. A female was walking toward their home when they were groped from behind by a bale who then fled north on East University Avenue after she yelled at him.
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A woman was walking toward her home when she was groped from behind by a man who then fled north on East University Avenue after she yelled at him. The two incidents occurred about one mile apart, suggesting the potential involvement of the same suspect, although police have not confirmed this. Both victims gave similar descriptions of the suspect, and police released surveillance video footage in connection with the investigation. Authorities are requesting public assistance in identifying the suspect. Information can be submitted by calling the Ann Arbor Police Department at 734-794-6939 or by emailing tips@a2gov.org.
Police have not released specific details about the suspect's appearance, clothing, or behavior beyond what was stated in the release. . No injuries were reported in either incident, and the police have not confirmed any arrests or suspects in custody as of April 19, 2025. These incidents come amid broader concerns about women’s safety in urban areas, particularly involving late-night pedestrian travel. .
Help the authorities at: 734-794-6939 or email tips@a2gov.org.
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