AN URGENT search has been launched after a man attempted to rape a woman in a city centre park.
The suspect, who is described as a black man around 5ft 9ins tall, attacked his victim in Bass’ Recreation Ground, , on Saturday November 8.
The assault unfolded in Bass’ Recreation Ground, Derby
Cops have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak toCredit: Derbyshire Police
Derbyshire Police understand the man approached the woman and dragged her to the floor.
It was reported he assaulted her between around 12am and 4am.
He was wearing a cream t-shirt and either shorts or jogging bottoms.
The force has released CCTV of a man they wish to speak to as he was in the area at the time and may have valuable information.
A spokesperson for Derbyshire Police said: “Officers have made extensive enquiries as part of our investigation and we are now turning to the public for assistance.
“We have released a picture of a man who was seen in the area around the time of the offence.
“We appreciate the picture is not the clearest but we are hoping someone may be able to come forward with information about the man’s identity.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact us using one of the methods below and please quote reference number 25*657568:
“Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: use our online contact form
“Facebook – send us a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
“Phone – call us on 101
“You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.”
The man was spotted in the area at the timeCredit: Derbyshire Police
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