SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A young student was raped while waiting for her ride to school at a Southwest Miami-Dade bus stop.
Miami-Dade Police were dispatched to the scene in the area of Southwest 142nd Avenue and 267th Street around 7 a.m., Friday.
According to police, the 16-year-old victim was waiting for her school bus when a man approached and forced her to a nearby field, where he sexually battered her.
The subject fled the scene on foot, police said.
“This is a heinous crime,” Miami-Dade Police Officer Argemis Colome said. “It’s a 16-year-old female who could’ve been any of our daughters. It’s very important to get this individual off the streets.”
Investigators said the victim was able to catch the bus, called her mother and informed her of the incident. The mother then called authorities.
“Crazy, because I thought it was a murder or something,” neighbor Miguel Perez said. “To think something like this could happen, you know, but it could happen anywhere, but, you know, you gotta be aware of your surroundings.”
Police are looking for the subject, who is said to stand 5 feet 10 inches tall and is in his mid 30s to early 40s.
If you have any information on this rape, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.
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