Chicago Police Issue Alert for Suspect in Sexual Assaults at West Ridge Nature Park on Western Ave

Chicago police share warning about suspect wanted for sexual assaults against women at West Ridge Nature Park on Western Avenue
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ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team

Saturday, August 9, 2025 3:32AM

Chicago police have shared a new warning about a suspect wanted for sexual assaults against women at the West Ridge Nature Park on Western Avenue.

CHICAGO (WLS) — Chicago police say the same man is responsible for attacking two women this week at a North Side park.

Two women were hit and inappropriately touched at the West Ridge Nature Park, police said.

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A 53-year-old woman was struck on her body by an unknown offender around 10:15 p.m. Monday, and a 33-year-old woman was smacked on her buttocks by an unknown offender around 9:40 a.m. Wednesday, CPD said.

Investigators say they are looking for one suspect. He’s described as a man between the ages of 20 and 45 with long black hair and a black beard.

Anyone with information has been asked to call Chicago police.

Residents are encouraged to call 911 or 833-NAMI-CHI if they feel unsafe. Local Ald. Andre Vasquez also highlighted the Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline at 1-888-293-2080 and Resilience Chicago.

No arrests have been made as Chicago police continue to investigate.

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