Manhunt after ‘sexual assault’ at Oxford shopping centre

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.