Woman raped while walking dog in High Wycombe

Police have increased patrols in the area after the incident

Author: Charlotte FisherPublished 4th Oct 2020
Last updated 4th Oct 2020

A woman has been raped while walking her dog in High Wycombe.

It happened on Wednesday (30/9) between 10.15pm and 11.05pm in Chiltern Avenue, near the junction with Chairborough Road.

The victim, a woman in her fifties, was walking her dog along the road when she was approached from behind by an offender, believed to be a man, who then raped her.

The victim managed to get away.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Alexander Trevivian, based at High Wycombe police station said:

ā€œI am appealing for anyone who saw what happened or may have information about the incident, to please come forward.

ā€œI would also ask any motorists who were in the local area around the time that this happened to check any dash-cam footage in case it has captured something that could assist with this investigation.

ā€œWe are also conducting extra patrols in the local area so there will be an increased police presence.

ā€œAnyone with information can contact Thames Valley Police by calling the non-emergency number 101, or by making a report online, quoting reference 43200308280.

ā€œAlternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.ā€