An 18-year-old woman was sexually assaulted while waiting to get into a taxi in Swindon, Wiltshire Police has said. The force has released an image of a man they believe may be able to help with their enquiries.
The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday, September 26, at about 1.20am. The woman was standing next to a taxi on Wood Street when she was approached by a man she did not know. She was allegedly grabbed from behind and touched inappropriately before she was able to get into the taxi and leave with a female friend.
Police Appeal for Information
Detective Inspector Eirin Martin said: “We urgently need to hear from you if you recognise the person in the photograph or were in the area at the time of the assault.
“This was a really concerning incident which was carried out by someone unknown to the victim.
“If you do have any information that could help us to identify the person responsible, please don’t hesitate to contact us as soon as possible.”
How to Help
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting log 54260116912. Information can also be left anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
Details on how to report sexual offences and the support available can be found on the Wiltshire Police website.
