Sexual assault reported in Bristol just days after Sarah Everard vigils
A woman in her 20s was assaulted on The Downs
As women continue to campaign for better safety following the death of Sarah Everard - it's emerged there's been a sexual assault in Bristol this week.
It happened between 7:40pm and 7:50pm on Monday night (15/03) on The Downs near Bridge Valley Road.
Avon and Somerset Police say a man approached a woman in her 20s and inappropriately touched her.
A search of the area was carried shortly afterwards with the help of a police dogs team but the suspect was not found.
He is described as white, around 25-35 years of age, with a pointed nose.
It is thought he had a mask on and was wearing a black nylon hoodie with white stripes down the sleeves.
It is thought he had a potentially Bristolian accent and may have had blonde hair.
PC Luke Finney said: “Understandably the victim is very distressed and upset by what happened last night. We will ensure she has access to any support services that she needs going forward.
“She did absolutely the right thing in contacting the police and flagging down passers-by to ensure their safety, as well as her own.
“Our investigation is ongoing to try to identify the offender. Local officers have been made aware of his description and they will be conducting additional high-visibility patrols in the area.
“We’d urge anyone who saw what happened, has dashcam footage from Ladies Mile and Circular Road, or may have experienced something similar to get in touch to help us with our enquiries.”
Anyone with information about what happened is asked to call 101 and give reference number 5221055425.