Teenage girl escapes attempted rape near Nunnery Wood
Large police presence as search for suspect continues
A large police presence has been established around Nunnery Wood following an attempted rape on the morning of 10th November. Police received a report at approximately 8:15 am that a teenage girl had been approached and forced further into the woods by an unknown man, who then tried to sexually assault her.
The victim managed to escape and alert a dog walker, who called the police. Officers were promptly dispatched to the area and are conducting extensive searches for the suspect.
The suspect is described as a mixed-race teenager, believed to be between 16 and 18 years old, wearing all black clothing.
Safer Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Dan Pilkington acknowledged the community's concerns and assured them that the incident is being treated with the utmost seriousness. He added that specialist officers are supporting the victim throughout the investigation, while additional officers remain deployed to the scene. Police are also liaising with the nearby school to provide reassurance to pupils and parents.
Authorities are urging anyone who was in the area at the time, or those with potential information or footage that could assist the investigation to contact 101, referencing 78i of 10th November.