Girls, 6 and 7, sexually assaulted in Oldham by stranger on bicycle
Police have released a description of a man they want to speak to
Last updated 11th Oct 2022
Police patrols are being stepped up in part of Oldham after two girls - aged six and seven - were sexually assaulted by an unknown man on a bicycle.
On Saturday 8 October 2022, at around 12:40pm, the girls were approached on Kirkstone Close.
The male is reported to have then sexually assaulted the victims by touching one of the girls inappropriately, before asking the second victim to touch his groin area. He then fled the scene.
Description of the suspect
The male is described to be in a white male, aged between 40-60 years with short grey hair, of medium build, wearing shorts and a top with white writing on the front and grey patches on the shoulders.
He was seen riding a black bicycle with white writing on it with blue pedals.The two victims and their families are currently being supported by specialist officers.
GMP statement
Detective Inspector Andrew Fink said: “GMP are aware that this incident will understandably cause shock and concern for local residents.
"I’d like to reassure the community that we are investigating and are following up on a number of lines of enquiry to try and establish who this man is.
“We have increased patrols in the area to help keep people safe and would ask anyone with any questions to please speak to one of our officers who will be happy to help”.