Authorities are on the lookout for an individual following a sexual assault on an 11-year-old girl near a play area in Bath.
Avon and Somerset Police reported that the incident occurred in a wooded vicinity near the Clarks Way playground in Odd Down on Wednesday.
Law enforcement described the suspect as a Caucasian male with a distinctive neck tattoo, believed to be in his 30s or 40s. He was reportedly dressed in a T-shirt, shorts, and a cap during the occurrence.
Detective Inspector Hannah Marsh stated, “This is a highly serious incident, and significant resources have been allocated to aid our investigation as we focus on identifying the perpetrator.”
Marsh urged individuals who witnessed any suspicious behavior in the area around the time of the incident or anyone matching the provided description to come forward.
Additional patrols have been dispatched by the authorities, and door-to-door inquiries are currently being conducted. Surveillance footage will be scrutinized throughout the ongoing investigation.
Individuals with information pertinent to the investigation are urged to contact 101 and reference number 5226174542.
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