Police appeal after woman sexually assaulted in Bristol
The woman in her 40s was in the Stapleton area when she was approached by a man who asked for directions
Last updated 19th Jun 2024
Avon and Somerset Police say additional patrols are being carried out following a sexual assault on a woman in Bristol on Monday (17 June).
The woman, who is in her 40s, was in the Stapleton area when she was approached by a man who asked for directions towards Blackberry Hill when she was walking along Frome Valley Walkway. She pointed him in the right direction before continuing on her way.
However, moments later he followed her along Wickham Glen, in the direction of Park Road, where he sexually assaulted her at about 1pm.
Afterwards, she was able to reach Park Road and alert a member of the public about what happened.
Enquiries to identify the man responsible are ongoing.
Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Vicks Hayward-Melen said: “A thorough investigation into this sexual assault is underway and we would please ask anyone with information – or anyone who may have been a victim of a similar offence and not reported it to us – to contact us.
“The suspect is described as Black, about 6ft, in his late-20s or early-30s, of slim build and with short Afro-style hair.
“The local neighbourhood team are increasing high-visibility patrols in the area to provide reassurance and to help answer any concerns members of the public may have.
“We are committed to making the streets of Bristol as safe as they can be and would like to remind women we run Walk and Talk sessions across the city, where they can go out with female officers and PCSOs and share their experiences or worries with us to help achieve that aim.”
Anyone who can assist their enquires is asked to contact police online or call 101 and quote reference number 5224156250.