Witness appeal launched after attempted sexual assault against teenager in Kidderminster
West Mercia Police say the incident against a teenage boy happened on Friday (14 April) in Brinton Park
Last updated 14th Jun 2024
A man 'carrying out a lewd a lewd act' against a teenage boy is being searched for by West Mercia Police.
The force have launched an appeal for witnesses following the attempted sexual assault at about 11.25am on Friday (April 14).
It's been revealed it happened in the men's toilets at the Four Winds Toilet block on Brinton Park in Kidderminster.
The victim ran off after pushing the man away.
The man is described as a white man, late 40's, 6ft, big build with large belly, wearing a dark green raincoat possibly with a hood and blue jeans.
The force say they're particularly interested in hearing from anyone who lives local to the park who has any doorbell footage and anyone who was in the Brintons Park or who used the toilets around 11am – 12pm who may have seen anything unusual.
Detective Inspector Colin Berry said: “We understand reports of this nature are likely to cause concern for the local community and local officers will be carrying out visible patrols in the area over the coming days.
"They can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact DS Tennant or DS Dee on 101 extension 7733164/7732003 or email craig.tennant@westmercia.police.uk
Alternatively, you can speak to the independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.