Thames Valley Police has released a CCTV image as it asks for the public’s help in identifying a man who may have vital information about the incident at Templars Shopping Centre in Cowley.

The reported ‘sexual assault’ happened when a woman in her 20s was inappropriately touched over her clothing at around 3pm on Tuesday, June 30.

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No arrests have been made at this time and the police has asked for anyone with any information to come forward as soon as possible.

Investigating officer PC Emily Rice said: “We are releasing this CCTV image as we believe the individual pictured may have information that could assist our investigation.

Police would like to speak to this man following the incident in Temple Cowley Shopping Centre (Image: TVP)

“If this is you, or if you recognise the person shown in the image, please contact Thames Valley Police.”

Anyone with information can make a report to the police online or call 101, quoting reference 43260331880.

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Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through its website.

Appeals for public help in finding individuals by the police can relate to suspects, witnesses or others who may have vital information in relation to the incident.

They do not mean the person is to blame nor do they imply guilt.

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In a statement, IKEA said: “From much-loved favourites to everyday essentials, customers can discover New Lower Prices both online and in-store, helping make it easier to create a home you love, whatever your budget.”

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The history of IKEA

IKEA was founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad when he was just 17 years old.

Originally, the company sold small goods such as pens and wallets, but in 1948, Kamprad expanded into furniture.

This was facilitated by Ingvar’s father, who gave him a small sum of money for doing well in school, which he used to set up a company.

In 1953, the company adopted flatpack furniture, solving costly transportation problems.

IKEA grew steadily throughout the 1950s in Sweden, before expanding into Denmark and Norway in the 1960s.

By the 1970s, the brand had entered markets in Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Singapore, and Switzerland.

The first UK store opened in Warrington in 1987, marking the start of IKEA’s growth in the British market.

Today, IKEA employs nearly 12,000 people across its 22 UK locations.

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Thames Valley Police has released CCTV footage of Juan Carlos Clarke, who the force launched a manhunt for just under a week ago,

The 34-year-old is wanted on recall to prison with the photo showing Mr Clarke in Cornmarket, Oxford, at around 1.10pm on Thursday, August 27.

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A spokesperson for the police said: “We are continuing to appeal for the public’s help to trace Juan Carlos Clarke, who is wanted on recall to prison.

“We are now releasing a recent CCTV image of Juan, taken in Cornmarket, Oxford, at around 1.10pm on Thursday 27 August.

Juan Carlos Clarke, 34, was recently captured by CCTV in Oxford (Image: TVP)

“Please note that he has recently shaved his hair and may look different from previous images circulated.”

Police reiterated other defining characteristics about him, describing him as being of medium build and having a full beard, as well as a broken or missing lower tooth and a tattoo of two eyes in the centre of his back.

They warned that anyone who sees him, should not approach him.

Juan Carlos Clarke, 34 (Image: TVP)

The spokesperson added: “Juan is described as being 5ft 11ins tall, of medium build and with a full beard.

“He has a broken or missing lower tooth, a scar on his left forearm and a tattoo of two eyes in the centre of his back.

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“He is known to frequent Oxford city centre, Cowley, Jericho, the Oxford canal towpaths, and has connections to Banbury.

“Do not approach him. If you see Juan, call 999 immediately, quoting reference 43260436595.

“Anyone with information about his whereabouts should call 101 or report online, quoting the same reference.”