Police: Man wanted for sexually assaulting woman in Kensington home

Police are asking for the public's help locating a man they say sexually assaulted a woman in her Kensington home.

The incident took place on April 13, 2017 when police say a man known to the victim gained entry to her home on the 3200 block of Emerald Street. Once inside, police say the man physically and sexually assaulted the 40-year-old woman before fleeing in an unknown direction.

Police describe the suspect, known to the victim as Basir, as a bald black man in his 40s.

If you see this suspect do not approach, contact 911 immediately. To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215-686-TIPS (8477) or text a tip to PPD TIP or 773847. You can also use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously. All tips are confidential.

Anyone with information about this crime or this suspect is urged to contact the Special Victims Unit at 215-685-3251/3252 DC #17-24-033639.