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Sophie Halle-Richards

Detectives issue new CCTV image of man they want to speak to after woman subjected to 'serious' sex assault

Detectives have issued a fresh CCTV appeal after a 'serious' sexual assault in Oldham.

Police were called to Cornwall Street in Chadderton on Wednesday 8 September at 2.50pm to reports that a 21-year-old woman had been followed and assaulted.

Following the 'targeted' attack, GMP released an image of a man they would like to speak to in relation to the incident.

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They have since issued a new CCTV picture in a fresh appeal for witnesses.

The new photo shows a male walking in the Chadderton area prior to the offence.

The victim wasn't seriously injured during the assault, but has been left shaken up by the ordeal.

She is being supported by specialist officers from Oldham CID.

Police say they believe the attack was an isolated incident.

They are asking anyone who sees the man in the photo not to approach him, but to dial 999.

Detective Inspector Andrew Fink, of Oldham CID, said: "This was a really disturbing incident where the offender has targeted and followed the victim through the streets of Chadderton and then physically assaulted her.

"Fortunately, there have not been any reports of similar incidents in the area.

"We would ask anyone who recognises the man to contact us but if anyone sees him, please don't approach him but dial 999."

Any information should be passed to Oldham CID on 0161 856 8999 quoting incident 1845 of 08/09/2021.

Details can also be reported online or by using the Live Chat function at www.gmp.police.uk or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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