Police appeal after 79-year-old woman assaulted in Stowmarket

The incident happened on Stowupland Street, Stowmarket

Author: Leo ChristianPublished 28th Aug 2025

Police are appealing for witnesses after an assault in Stowmarket.

A spokesperson for Suffolk police said:

"Officers were called at 2.50pm on Tuesday 26 August to reports of an assault on an elderly female on Stowupland Street.

"The victim, a 79-year-old woman, was walking her dog when she was approached by an unknown male who then reportedly assaulted her.

"The suspect is described as white, in his 40’s with dark air, wearing blue jeans.

"Anyone with information about this incident, is asked to contact Suffolk Police, quoting reference: 37/48378/25."

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