Man charged with sexual offences after teenage girl assaulted in Tipton

The alleged incident took place on Monday morning

Author: Olivia DaviesPublished 8th Feb 2026
Last updated 8th Feb 2026

West Midlands Police have charged a man after a teenage girl was allegedly assaulted in Tipton.

It's believed to have taken place on the canal, near Groveland Road, on Monday morning (February 2).

37-year-old, Han Nurhantoso, who is from the area, faces charges of attempted rape and sexual assault.

A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said:

"A man has been charged with sexual offences after a teenage girl was assaulted in Tipton.

"Han Nurhantoso, aged 37, from Tipton, is set appear at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court today (Sat) for a first hearing.

"He is charged with the attempted rape of a teenage girl as well as sexual assault.

"The incident took place on Monday morning on the canal near Groveland Road."

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