Police in San Francisco said they are investigating the alleged sexual battery of a child inside a Golden Gate Park restroom last week and have increased patrols in the local area in response.

According to SFPD, the incident took place in a restroom near the Polo Fields around 5:30 p.m. Thursday. Additional details about the incident were not immediately available.

Police did not provide details about a potential suspect.

"Investigators are working diligently on this high priority case," police said in a statement, noting that they have increased patrols in the Richmond District and are working closely with the city's Recreation and Park Department.

"This is an active investigation that is moving rapidly, and we hope to have an update promptly," the department added.

A spokesperson fo

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