Detectives are appealing for two witnesses to come forward who intervened in a reported sexual assault and stalking incident in Bournemouth.
Between 7pm and 7.30pm on Tuesday 18 February 2025, a woman aged in her 20s was walking on Meyrick Road when a man approached her.
It is reported that the man was making inappropriate comments toward the victim and followed her as she ran away in the direction of Elizabeth Court.
When she reached an enclosed footpath, the man got very close to the victim and reportedly touched her over her clothing.
She managed to run away towards Bath Road.
Following enquiries, a 26-year-old man from Bournemouth was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and stalking. He has been released on police bail while enquiries continue.
Detective Constable Merryn Matthews, of BCP CID, said: “A full investigation has been ongoing into this incident and we are supporting the victim as enquiries continue.
“During the incident, a member of the public intervened after reportedly hearing the victim shouting as she tried to leave the scene. I am keen to speak to this person, and anyone he was with at the time, as they may have important information to assist my investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250024666. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
