Detectives investigating a rape in Poole are issuing CCTV images of a man they would like to identify as part of their enquiries.
The incident occurred sometime between 4.45am and 6am on Sunday 5 September 2021 in the vicinity of Poole Road, Branksome.
It is understood the victim, aged in her 30s, was approached by an unknown man riding a bicycle in the Westbourne area of Bournemouth and he travelled with her along Poole Road onto Branksome, where the offence took place. The victim raised the alarm with nearby residents.
Detective Inspector Simon Huxter, of the Major Crime Investigation Team, said: “Our investigation into this incident is ongoing and we are continuing to provide support to the victim.
“As part of our enquiries we have obtained images of a man we are keen to identify and I would urge anyone with information as to his identity to please contact us immediately.
“I would like to renew my appeal for anyone who was in the area of Poole Road at the relevant time and has any information to assist my investigation to please come forward.
“I am still keen to hear from any motorists, including taxi drivers, who may have captured anything of relevance on dashcam footage that may assist our investigation.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area as our enquiries continue and local officers can be approached by members of the community with any information or concerns.”
Detectives are urging anyone with information, images or footage relevant to the investigation to submit it via the UK Police Major Incident Public Portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/55HQ21M72-PO1
Anyone with information can also contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email [email protected] or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210143405. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.
