Girl sexually assaulted in Fareham

Police have stepped up patrols

Published 13th Jul 2022
Last updated 13th Jul 2022

Police are appealing for information after a 12 year-old girl was sexually assaulted in Fareham on Monday (11 July).

Officers say she was approached at around 8:10am by a man she did not know on Wallington Shore Road.

The man inappropriately touched the victim whilst passing the Roundabout Hotel. He then walked off towards the Cob and Pen.

The victim was not injured and is being supported by specialist officers.

The victim described the man as:

• White.

• Aged in his forties.

• Muscular build.

• He had short dark hair and a short beard.

• He was wearing all grey clothing (t-shirt & trousers). The t-shirt had a small logo on the chest like a business uniform. He had dirty black builders shoes on and his hands were also dirty.

The Neighbourhood Policing Team has been carrying out regular patrols in the area.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference 44220277172.

Alternatively, go online and submit information here.

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