Appeal for witnesses following sexual assault involving child in Milton Keynes

Wednesday, 17 July 2024 12:16

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to come forward following an incident of sexual assault in Milton Keynes.

The incident occurred between 7.05pm and 7.20pm yesterday (16/7) in the park between Nevis Grove and Laidon Close, Bletchley.

A man argued with a group of children, and chased them around the park.

He then approached a girl, pushed her and inappropriately touched her over her clothing. The girl then ran away.

A 31-year-old man from Milton Keynes has been arrested on suspicion of assault by touching. He remains in police custody at this time.

Investigating officer PC Krystyna Klisz, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “I am appealing for anyone who was in the park at the time of the offence, and have not yet spoken to us, please get in touch."

Please get in touch by making a report online or by calling 101 and quoting reference 43240338411.

You can also provide details via the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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