Schoolgirl, 12, sexually assaulted in 'horrendous' attack - as cops release CCTV
A 12-YEAR-OLD girl was sexually assaulted by a man in a “truly horrendous” attack before running for help, as cops release CCTV in their probe.
Cops said the girl was approached by a man in a park at 9.20pm on Saturday.
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CCTV footage was released after a sexual assault that happened in Weston-super-Mare over the weekendCredit: Avon & Somerset Police
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A man is reported to have approached a 12-year-old girl in Byron Recreation ParkCredit: Avon & Somerset Police
He reportedly touched her waist and kissed her before she fled and told a group of women nearby what had happened.
The man is described as being in his early-20s, Black, tall, of slim build and had facial stubble.
He was said to be wearing black clothing at the time of the alleged assault in Byron Recreation Park, Weston-super-Mare.
Avon and Somerset Police released CCTV of a man they want to speak to in their investigation.
Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Andy Barry said: “The girl has shown enormous courage in the face of a truly horrendous sexual assault.
“She did absolutely the right thing in running, telling responsible adults about what happened and ensuring this was reported to police.
“We’re also grateful to those women who kept her safe in the immediate aftermath of this frightening experience.
“Two officers met with the girl and her family that same evening and took a detailed account from the girl about what happened.
“This case is being investigated by specialist detectives who will ensure her welfare is considered at all times and that suitable support is available to her.”
Ch Insp Barry added: “Even at this time of the year we expect there were multiple people out in the area on a Saturday night and would be keen to hear from anyone with information that could benefit our investigation.
“We’d particularly wish to speak to the driver of the vehicle that is shown passing the man to establish whether they have any dashcam footage that could provide further opportunities to identify him.
“We have not had any other similar reports of this happening in the area, but recognise this news will cause concern locally and so officers and PCSOs will be conducting extra patrols in the area.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote reference number 5225342867.
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The man was described as being in his early-20s, Black, tall, of slim build and had facial stubbleCredit: Avon & Somerset Police
