Sexual abuse in Brooklyn: The NYPD has released images of a suspect wanted in connection with an attack on a 9-year-old girl

SUNSET PARK, Brooklyn (WABC) — A search is underway for a man wanted on suspicion of sexually abusing a child.

The NYPD has released new photos of the suspect.

Police say he inappropriately touched a 9-year-old girl in Brooklyn.

The incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. Thursday morning in the Sunset Park section along 59th Street.

According to authorities, the man approached the girl as she walked down the street, touched her private parts over her clothing and ran away.

They also reported that the young girl was not physically harmed during the ordeal.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers or submit tips on their website.

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