Police Release CCTV of Man After Woman was ‘Raped at Shopping Centre’ and Another ‘Assaulted Nearby’
Police Investigation
West Midlands Police have released CCTV footage of a man following reports of a woman being sexually assaulted at a shopping centre and another woman being assaulted nearby.
CCTV Footage
Police have released still images captured by cameras in Perry Barr on Saturday of a man wearing a tracksuit. The man is described as having short black hair, being of slim build, and was wearing tracksuit style bottoms and a hoodie.
Investigation
Officers were called to Walsall Road near to One Stop Shopping Centre at around 1:50am after a rape was reported. A short time later, they received a separate report that another woman had been assaulted on Aldridge Road, near to Holford Drive.
Detective Superintendent Adam Jobson of the force’s Public Protection Unit said: “If you recognise this person or if you were in the area between 1am and 2am and remember seeing him, please get in touch.”
West Midlands Police have released still images captured by cameras in Perry Barr on Saturday of a man wearing a tracksuit
Officers were called to Walsall Road near to One Stop Shopping Centre at around 1:50am after a rape was reported
Appeal
Police say they are ‘keeping an open mind’ as to whether the two attacks are linked. The public are being urged to come forward with information, particularly those who may have dashcam or mobile phone footage, which can be sent directly to officers via the website. Information can also be provided via live chat or by calling 101 quoting log 218 and 520 of 18/1.
Conclusion
The police are working to find the suspect and bring justice to the victims. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
FAQs
Q: What is the description of the suspect?
A: The suspect is described as a man with short black hair, being of slim build, and wearing tracksuit style bottoms and a hoodie.
Q: Where did the attacks take place?
A: The attacks took place on Walsall Road near to One Stop Shopping Centre and Aldridge Road, near to Holford Drive.
Q: What is the police appeal?
A: The police are appealing for anyone who recognises the suspect or has dashcam or mobile phone footage to come forward with information.
Q: How can I report information to the police?
A: Information can be provided via live chat or by calling 101 quoting log 218 and 520 of 18/1.