A 50-year-old career criminal with 19 prior arrests attempted to rape a 70-year-old woman in broad daylight in a Bronx neighborhood. The incident occurred on April 18 near Creston Avenue and East 184th Street. The suspect, Oswaldo Ramos, approached the elderly woman from behind and tried to sexually assault her before fleeing the scene. The NYPD released surveillance video of Ramos, who was seen struggling to put his pants back on after the alleged assault. Neighborhood vigilantes identified Ramos the next day near Tiebout Avenue and East 187th Street, just blocks from the initial attack. They beat him severely, sending him to the hospital.
The community did not tolerate the assault, with residents voicing their outrage over the incident. Many were displeased by Ramos’ actions, with one local resident admitting to participating in beating him up. Another neighbor echoed the sentiment, stating that such behavior was not welcome in the area. Community members also assisted the elderly victim immediately after the attack. Ramos managed to evade capture for 48 hours before being apprehended by vigilantes. Despite his criminal record that included multiple arrests for robbery and burglary, Ramos was free before the attempted rape.
Ramos was charged with first-degree attempted rape and burglary by the NYPD. He remained hospitalized as of Tuesday and had not yet been arraigned. The extent of his injuries was not disclosed. The suspect has a long history of criminal activity, including an incident in 2018 where he falsely claimed to have shot a cop in a Bronx deli. Authorities later confirmed that no police officer had been harmed in the incident. Ramos’ criminal record highlights the need for stricter measures to prevent offenders from causing harm to the community.
The NYPD is seeking additional information related to the attempted rape and assault. They urge anyone with tips to contact the Crime Stoppers Hotline or submit tips anonymously online. The surveillance video released by the department helped in identifying Ramos, leading to his eventual arrest by community members. After the attack, the NYPD continued to search for Ramos while the residents remained vigilant. The incident has sparked outrage in the neighborhood, with residents expressing their intolerance towards such criminal behavior. The community came together to ensure justice was served in this troubling case.
