The message below was received from a concern citizen, and is being passed on to alert others.
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MPNA Member Foils Local Assault
[I promised not to reveal the victim's name]
I am a member of the MPNA, and I wanted to notify you, that, last night (December 21), as I was running in the La Mott area, right around Beech and Sycamore, a man tried to attack me. I fought him off successfully and screamed loudly, so he ran away. The police came but they were unable to find him. Sadly, I screamed for help numerous times and no one came out of their house to help. I think it would be really beneficial if the La Mott and Melrose Park area neighbors are aware that there is a man on the prowl, and to reconsider walking/jogging alone at night.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious people and activity immediately, to Police, via 9-1-1.
Anyone with information on any of this incident is encouraged to contact Cheltenham Township Detectives at 215-885-1600 ext. 499