Suspect attempted sexual attack on teenager in West Yorkshire park - police launch appeal

A teenager was approached from behind by an unknown suspect who attempted to sexually attack her in a West Yorkshire park, police said as they launched an urgent appeal.
By Daniel Sheridan
Published 9th Mar 2022, 17:19 BST
Updated 9th Mar 2022, 17:20 BST
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Officers are appealing for information following the assault in Dewsbury.

The attack took placed in Rectory park, Church Lane, when it is reported that a teenager was approached from behind by an unknown suspect who attempted to sexually assault her at around 6:30pm on January 26, 2022.

Suspect attempted sexual attack on teenager in West Yorkshire park - police launch appealSuspect attempted sexual attack on teenager in West Yorkshire park - police launch appeal
Suspect attempted sexual attack on teenager in West Yorkshire park - police launch appeal

Police said the victim managed to escape and was unharmed.

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The suspect, believed to be a man, made off on foot in an unknown direction.

Officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have been in the area at the time of the assault, in particular anyone who may have been driving in the area and has dash-cam footage that can assist with ongoing enquiries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101, quoting crime reference 13220046660.

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