2 women approached by unknown man at West Ridge Nature Park: police

CHICAGO - Two women were confronted by an unidentified man at West Ridge Nature Park this week, according to Chicago police, who say both encounters involved unwanted physical contact.

What we know:

In the two separate incidents, a female victim was walking in the West Ridge Nature Park in the 5800 block of N. Western Avenue when an unknown male offender approached them, according to Chicago police.

On Aug. 4, a 53-year-old woman was walking in the park around 10:15 p.m. when she was approached by the suspect, who then struck her in the body with his open hand, according ot police. He then fled. The victim was not injured.

Then, on Aug. 6, a 33-year-old woman was walking in the park when an unknown offender approached her and hit her on the buttocks, CPD said. She fled the scene.

The offender is a male aged 20-45, approx. 5' 07"-5'11", heavy set, with long black hair, and a black beard. During the first incident, the offender was wearing a dark-colored blue sweater, black sweatpants, and Nike scandals. During the second incident, the offender was wearing a flannel shirt and pants.

What's next:

No one is in custody and area detectives are still investigating.