Images released after woman sexually assaulted by stranger who barged into Ashington home
by Adam Foster · ChronicleLiveA woman was sexually assaulted by a stranger who barged into a home before attacking her.
Officers investigating the report of the assault in Ashington have now released images of a man they would like to identify.
Police received a report that overnight on Tuesday, September 24, into Wednesday, September 25, an unknown man punched and sexually assaulted a woman inside a home.
It was reported the offender knocked on the door and when answered, forced his way inside. The woman was able to fight him off before he fled the scene.
Extensive enquiries have been ongoing since the report was first made and Northumbria Police officers continue to appeal to the public for information.
They would also like to speak to people who were in the Woodhorn Road area of Ashington between 11.45pm on Tuesday, September 24 and 2.20am the next day and witnessed anyone acting suspiciously.
Officers have released images of a man who like they would like to speak to in relation to the report. He was in the area at the time and officers believe he may be able to assist with their enquiries.
Detective Chief Inspector Les Goodliff, of Northumbria Police’s Safeguarding Department, said: "I would like to take this opportunity to once again praise the victim in this case for her bravery and specialist officers continue to support her at this time.
"Thank you to everyone who has so far provided information towards our investigation. Today, we have released an image of a man who we are keen to speak to in relation to our enquiries.
"The man, or anyone who knows who he is, should get in touch with us. I would also ask that anyone who may have details which could assist our investigation but has not yet contacted us to please do so.
"We remain committed to bringing the perpetrator of this horrendous crime to justice."
Additional patrols remain in the area and anyone who has any concerns is encouraged to speak to an officer.
Anyone with information regarding the report of sexual assault is asked to contact Northumbria Police. This can be done via a dedicated website page: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/10NP24A21-PO1
People can also send a direct message to the force’s social media, use the live chat on their website or by going to the https://www.northumbria.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/ page on the website.
You can also contact police with information by calling 101. Quote reference number NP-20240925-0076 when providing information.
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