Avon and Somerset Police are hunting a suspect after an 11-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in a wooded area near Clarks Way playground in Odd Down, Bath, on Wednesday. The suspect is described as a white man in his 30s or 40s with a distinctive neck tattoo, wearing a T-shirt, shorts, and a cap at the time of the incident.
Investigation Underway
Detective Inspector Hannah Marsh said: "This is an incredibly serious incident and a significant amount of resources are in place to support our investigation and we are prioritising efforts to identify the offender." Officers are conducting house-to-house enquiries and reviewing CCTV footage. Extra patrols have been deployed in the area.
Appeal for Information
Police urge anyone who saw suspicious activity in the area or who recognizes the suspect to contact them. Call 101 quoting reference 5226174542. This is a breaking news story.
