More particularly on the north side of the river, but on some occasions in other parts of Defiance during the past three or four weeks an unknown man has been chasing women who happened to be on the streets after dark unaccompanied by male escort. To such an extent has this vicious practice been carried on that a reign of terror has been created in certain neighborhoods on the north side, many women not daring to venture on the streets after dark. In one or two cases we are informed he has caught his victims and attempted to tear off their clothing, but the assaulted parties have thus far escaped without serious injury.
From a talk with policeman Rath, we learned that he had heard of these depredations and had been on the lookout for the villain, but he says the man (or men-he thinks there two of them-) appear to watch for the officers and never make a raid when it is possible to get caught in their vile practice.
So far none of the women chased have been able to recognize the man. He appears to be a stranger who is not seen during the day time. Some believe him to be of unsettled mind. While committing these depredations he does not talk but simply runs after his victims to catch and grab them.
It is a subject of sufficient moment to cause a thorough investigation by police authorities for it is destroying the peace of mind of many ladies of the city with whom it is occasionally necessary or convenient to be on the street after dark. If necessary there should be a grand circle hunt organized to capture "Jack The Chaser".
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