Crime & Safety
Man Grabs Student Near Lee High
Details similar to incident from last month in Mount Vernon
A man attempted to grab a student as she walked to school Wednesday morning, according to police.
The incident happened near the intersection of Cimarron Street and Apache Street, . The suspect has been described as a thin Hispanic male, around 5 feet 5 inches tall, and wearing a black jean jacket and dark blue jeans.
Police have canvassed the area and stepped up security.
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Last month, a suspect described as , and a few weeks later en route to school.
Police didn't say if they believe the incidents are related.
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