Both assaults occurred along Levick Street.
On Oct. 15, an 18-year-old woman was getting off a Route 14 bus near Bustleton Avenue just after midnight when a man came up behind her and pulled her into a nearby driveway on the 1200 block of Elbridge Street. He sexually assaulted her, stole her cellphone and ran away.
On Sunday night, authorities believe the same man sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl who had also gotten off the Route 14 bus at the same location around 10:30. This time, he yanked the victim’s jacket above her head and scolded her not to make noise.
He then pulled her into a nearby alleyway, where he assaulted her. He also stole her phone and fled the scene.
The man is described to be 5 feet, 8 inches tall and has a heavier build. Authorities believe he is between 20 and 25 years old.
To submit a tip to police regarding the suspect, call 215-686-8477 or the Special Victims Unit at 215-685-3264. You can also text a tip to 773847.
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