By Pat Biancaniello
New York State Park Police are investigating the rape of a 20 year old woman at the Nissequogue River State Park on Monday, April 3. The incident occurred as the women was walking along the bicycle path by Old Dock Road at 5:30 p.m.
The rapist is described as a white male approximately 6ft tall with a muscular build. He is described as being thin, having a mustache and wearing black gloves.
New York State Park Police were joined by Suffolk County Police Department in its search for the rapist. The search included a SCPD helicopter.
John Valentine, Director of Public Safety for the Town of Smithtown has advised SmithtownMatters that, “Town Park Rangers have increased patrols in the area to assist in having a visible presence in the park as we share park land.”
The public is being asked to contact the State Park Police with any information they may have on the matter. NYS Park Police may be reached at 631- 321-3700. All information will be kept confidential.