Police appeal to identify Good Samaritan following assault in Swindon alleyway

By Jessica Durston - 6 June 2022

CommunityCrime

Detectives investigating an assault on a woman in Swindon are appealing for a Good Samaritan to come forward.

At approximately 4.20am on 29 May, a woman in her 50s was walking along an alleyway behind Manchester Road that runs from Aylesbury Street to Corporation Street, when she was approached by a man who pushed her to the floor.

The suspect was disturbed by a member of the public who then assisted the victim following the incident.

Det Con Matt Gamble said: “We would like to speak to this man as he may have significant information in relation to this incident – if this was you, please get in touch.

“This incident has understandably caused the victim upset and distress. We are conducting a thorough investigation to identify the person responsible and increased patrols are being conducted by local officers.”

Those who witnessed the incident, or have any relevant information, are being asked to call 101 and quote crime reference number 54220056588.

Alternatively, members of the public can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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