Police Hunt for Suspect in Sexual Assault of Two Children in Derry
Derry Police Hunt Suspect in Child Sexual Assault Case

Police are on the hunt for a suspect after two children were reportedly sexually assaulted in Derry.

An investigation has been launched following an incident that took place on the Cedar Street area of the city on June 8. The suspect is believed to be a slim white male with dark hair who was wearing dental braces.

Officers say he was wearing a green Superdry hoodie at the time of the assault, along with dark trousers and dark-coloured shoes.

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PSNI Inspector Ferriby said: “We would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time, who may have noticed suspicious behaviour, to contact detectives on 101, quoting reference number 1137 of 08/06/2026.

"We would be particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have dashcam or other footage."

Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form at psni.police.uk/makeareport or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.

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