Police appeal after a woman is sexually assaulted in Stockton
The woman was approached by a group of teenagers on Wednesday
Police are appealing after a report that a woman, aged in her thirties, was sexually assaulted by a group of teenage males in Stockton.
The incident happened between 6:15pm and 6:45pm on Wednesday 1st September, on Parkfield Road near to Wynsors World of Shoes.
The woman was approached by a group of four teenage males, believed to be aged 15-16 years, who made offensive comments to her before the woman was sexually assaulted.
One of the suspects is described as being of “chubby” build, with a shaved head. All of the group are described as wearing dark tracksuits.
The victim has been left traumatised and has been referred to specialist partner agencies for support.
Officers are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or anyone who may have dash cam footage which could assist their investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Stockton CID on 101, quoting incident number 147720.
Independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
Footage can also be uploaded directly at https://unitedkingdom1cpp-portal.digital-policing.co.uk/cleveland/appeal/appeal-after-woman-sexually-assaulted-in-stockton
If you have been a victim of rape or sexual abuse you can also contact Teesside Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) for help and support, regardless of whether or not the offence has been reported to police.
SARC provides 24-hour crisis intervention and a range of options. SARC works in partnership with local specialist services (such as Barnado’s, A Way Out and Arch) and can access support on your behalf. SARC crisis workers are available on 03333448283 at any time of day or night.
Contact details for SARC, A Way Out, Barnado’s and Arch are as follows:
SARC: www.sarcteesside.co.uk
A Way Out: http://www.awayout.co.uk
Barnado’s: http://www.barnardos.org.uk