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Homeless Man Arrested For Logan Circle Sex Assault

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Police have made an arrest after a 31-year-old woman said she was sexually assaulted in Logan Circle (see previous story).

The woman was reportedly asleep in the park when she awoke to find a man crouched over her with his hands in his underwear.

After a struggle with the suspect, the victim was able to run away and contacted police.

On Wednesday, police announced they'd arrested a homeless man, 23-year-old Nico Natividad, for the alleged crime.

Natividad is charged with Attempted Rape, Unlawful Restraint, Simple Assault, Recklessly Endangering another Person and Indecent Assault.

The victim was transported to St. Joe's, where she was treated and released.

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