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Chicago sex assault suspect described as 'South Asian male with dark…

Police say the 21-year-old woman was attacked near the University of Chicago last weekend, and investigators are asking the public for information about the suspect.

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  1. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorIn Chicago, police are searching for a man accused of sexually assaulting a 21-year-old woman near the University of Chicago last weekend.

  2. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThe Hindustan Times reports he has been described as a South Asian male with dark complexion, and officials are asking anyone with information to come forward.

  3. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThat's a thin description for a whole city to work with.

  4. Gloria Vance · World News AnchorIt is, and police generally say tips are what close these cases.

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