Woman Sexually Assaulted at Knifepoint in Central Park

Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred in Central Park on the morning of Sunday, October 25, 2026. According to the NYPD, an unidentified man approached a 39-year-old woman near the entrance at East 66th Street and Fifth Avenue at approximately 10:31 a.m., displayed a knife, and sexually assaulted her. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. No arrests had been made and no detailed suspect description was immediately released, with the investigation remaining ongoing. The incident occurred in the southeastern section of the park, near a high-traffic area frequented by visitors heading toward the nearby museums and hotels along Fifth Avenue. Authorities urged anyone with information or relevant video footage to contact the NYPD. The assault added to ongoing concerns about park safety and prompted calls for increased patrols in the area.