Police in Rochdale have issued an appeal to trace a man who helped a woman following reports of a sexual assault in the town centre. The incident is alleged to have happened at around 4.20am on Saturday, May 16, in King Street car park.
Witness sought in silver Volkswagen Polo
The man reportedly approached the woman in the car park and helped her. In a social media appeal issued on Wednesday (November 11), police said: "Officers would like to appeal to a potential key and significant witness of this incident as they believe he can assist with their investigation. We are looking to identify the man that helped the woman and assisted her in getting home."
The witness was believed to be driving a silver Volkswagen Polo, which was seen heading in the direction of Halifax Road after the incident. Police shared a CCTV image of the car.
Contact details for information
Officers added: "We appreciate the CCTV footage is not the best but if anyone recognises the vehicle, or can help our investigation, they are urged to contact police."
Anyone who recognises the car or has information should contact GMP on 0161 856 4668, quoting crime reference number CRI/06QQ/0010216/26. Information can also be submitted online at https://orlo.uk/KZGCp, or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
