Woman says attacker raped her at Pennypack Park concert site

Police officers are investigating an alleged rape in Pennypack Park early Wednesday morning.

A woman tells authorities she was walking on the 8200-block of Cresco Avenue around 2:45 a.m. when she was approached by a man who punched her and dragged her into the park near the concert stage.

The suspect also stole $20 from the woman before fleeing. He is described as white, 5’8″ to 5’10” tall with reddish hair.

The victim was treated for a broken nose and cuts to her face.

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