A TEENAGER walking along a Reading road has been a victim of sexual assault and police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward.
The incident happened around 1am on Saturday, October 8.
The victim, a woman in her late teens, was on London Road, when she was grabbed from behind.
The attacker then touched her chest over her clothing.
The victim’s shouts for help were heard by members of the public nearby.
Thames Valley Police said the offender is a mixed race man, between 5ft 8ins and 5ft 10ins tall, of slim build.
He is thought to be in his thirties to early forties, with light brown eyes, black curly hair and a short, dark beard that was pointed at the bottom.
He was wearing dark clothing including a slim puffa-style jacket.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Rachel Belsher, based at Reading police station, said: “We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to please come forward.
“Anyone with information can contact police by calling 101 or making a report online, quoting reference 43220451662.
“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.”
