Man facing several charges for allegedly pepper spraying female jogger in Rockland

Police Investigating Random Pepper Spray Attack on Female Runner

Authorities are investigating an incident in which a woman was pepper-sprayed while out on a run, according to police.

The attack occurred while the victim was running, officials said. A male suspect chased her and sprayed her with pepper spray before fleeing the area.

Investigators believe the assault was random and not connected to any prior relationship between the two individuals.

Police have not yet identified the suspect and are asking anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

The investigation is ongoing.