Police search for man after teenager sexually assaulted in Kirkcaldy
She was walking between Dunnikier Way and Hendy Road around 2.30pm on Thursday when she was attacked.
Detectives in Kirkcaldy are investigating after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on Thursday afternoon.
She was walking through woodland between Dunnikier Way and Hendy Road around 2.30pm when she was attacked.
The suspect is described as white, with short hair and was wearing a light and dark coloured jacket and he made off on a bike.
Detective Inspector Kieran Marsh said: "The teenager was left understandably shaken by this incident and we are doing everything we can to trace the man responsible.
“We understand this is a concerning incident for the people living in this community and there will be an increased police presence in the area.
“Officers are carrying out door to door enquiries and trawling CCTV footage as part of our extensive enquiries.
"I would ask anyone with any concerns, or information, to approach these officers or call 101.
"We have significant resources dedicated to this investigation and are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time to come forward.
"Please think back - did you see anything suspicious? Or did you see someone matching this description?
"It may seem insignificant to you, but it may prove vital for our investigation, so please get in touch.
“I am also keen to speak to anyone with dash cam or private CCTV footage, as this may be relevant to our investigation."