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Police: Woman Sexually Assaulted In Washington Heights Apartment

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Police say a man sexually assaulted a 37-year-old woman inside her apartment building in Washington Heights early Saturday morning.

Detectives say the suspect, armed with a knife, confronted the woman on the fifth floor then took her to the eighth floor where he assaulted and robbed her.

Police say the suspect was caught on surveillance camera before leaving the building.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577-TIPS (8477). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto Crime Stoppers' website at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting their tips to CRIMES (274637), then enter TIP577.

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