Central Park Sexual Assault Stopped By Dog

A West Side woman walking her dog in Central Park was assaulted by an attacker until her dog bit him. The attacker, who exposed himself then tried to grope the woman, encountered the woman at 102nd and East Drive, near the ravine where the Central Park jogger was attacked. The woman's 60 pound dog "took a gash" out of the attacker, leaving much blood on the path; the dog is being treated as evidence, since he has blood and skin fibers from the suspect.

The attack occured at 8:30-9AM, which does not seem too early, but this is good reminder to try to walk where others are, even if you have a dog. But having a big dog can be helpful. Adopt a dog from the SPCA. For instance, Roscoe (pictured) is a 65 pound, housebroken German Shepherd-Terrier mx. Check out his listing.

Gothamist on the Prospect Park rape attempt last year.

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By Jen Chung in News on May 13, 2004 6:19 AM

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josh

Okay, who the F*CK attacks a woman who is with a dog in the first place? Come on. This just seems like it would be common sense for perverts.

j

West Coaster

Yay, dog! A toothy sort! I have no doubt both my dogs would do the same, ruthlessly and relentlessly. Stupid attacker.

That Roscoe is a handsome animal.

Kojak

Jeaz, This happened a block away from where I work.

Its a very nice area, especially during spring with the conservatory gardens and Harlem Meer. A perfect place to jog, eat lunch, do anything. Too bad every once in a while you hear a story like this but thx to this mut things turned out for the best.

Candicissima

I'm fully aware that my cats would only be capable of a sassy disinterested look or running away in case of a robbery. But, then again, I'd probably do the same.

jake

i love my cat, but i wonder if he really has the bloodlust necessary to protect us in the case of a home invasion. i've been training him to go for the jugular, but as yet, all he does is sort of lick and then roll over.