Police: Brooklyn man arrested for attempted rape of 62-year-old woman in Bed-Stuy

A Brooklyn man has been arrested for an alleged attack of a 62-year-old woman in Bed-Stuy, police say.

News 12 Staff

Feb 28, 2021, 12:42 PM

Updated 1,377 days ago

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A Brooklyn man has been arrested for an alleged attack of a 62-year-old woman in Bed-Stuy, police say.
Police say 40-year-old Leroy Hatchier approached the victim from behind, assaulted her and dragged her into an alley where he tried to rape her.
Hatcher is charged with attempted rape, assault and forcible touching.
The woman was treated for injuries to her face, hand and knee.