Police officers have issued an appeal after a girl reported being sexually assaulted by a man in Gateshead. The girl, who is of secondary school age, told police that she had been walking through an alleyway between Ashtree Lane and Spen Burn in the High Spen area.
It was reported that a man had kissed and touched her inappropriately without her consent just before 6.15pm on Saturday, May 16. Police say that extensive enquiries have been carried out and officers have now released an image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.
He was in the area at the time and police believe he may have information that could assist their inquiries. A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: "The man, or anyone who knows him, should send a direct message to Northumbria Police on social media, or use the live chat or report form functions on the Force’s website."
For those unable to contact the Force in these ways, call 101. Please quote reference number: 26000354324.
