Appeal for witnesses to sexual assault – Oxford

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a sexual assault in Oxford.

At around 5.10am on Thursday (28/2), a man followed a woman who was walking alone on Iffley Road.

He caught up with her between Magdalen Bridge and St Mary’s Passage and touched her inappropriately over her clothing.

When the woman turned around, he made off in the direction of Iffley Road.

The victim, who is in her thirties, did not sustain injuries.

The offender is described coming from a mixed ethnic background, in his early twenties, under 6ft tall, and of slim build. He had dark, short and curly hair and was wearing dark clothing.

Investigating officer Antony Johnson said: “I am appealing for witnesses to this sexual assault to please come forward.

“I am also appealing to anyone with dash-cam or doorbell footage to please get in touch.

“Anyone with information should call 101 or make an online report, via our website, quoting 43250099075.

“Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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