The bomber struck shortly after 6:40 p.m. Saturday (June 11) on a path between Brook Road and Mill Lane in Cheadle, police said. A woman was walking alone along the wooded path to the back of Alexandra Hospital when she noticed a man walking behind her.
A few minutes later, a male ran in front of the victim and headed in the direction of the Cheadle Mill. Shortly afterwards, a male, believed to be the one who had previously run, grabbed her bottom before pulling on her T-shirt and hair.
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She was “extremely upset” after the attack. Police have released an original photo of the back of a man he wanted to talk to after a series of investigations.
This morning (Monday) they published a new photo of the male. His face is depicted and he appears to be running and wearing sports clothes.
Anyone who recognizes him is invited to appear. A tweet from GMP Stockport said: “Detectives at #Stockport have posted a further picture of a man they believe may have information about a sexual assault that took place in #Cheadle on Saturday, June 11. Call 0161 856 9790 if you know anything. “
Police originally posted this photo of a man they want to talk to (Image: GMP)
In a previous statement, Detective Sergeant Matthew Tarr of Stockport CID said: “It was a horrific attack on a lonely woman who was just going for a walk and now she is extremely upset. We appeal to anyone who may have seen or recognized the man. depicted to appear, as it may assist in our ongoing research.
“Anyone who has information or may have seen anything, please call 0161 856 9790 or report it electronically to www.gmp.police.uk. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111 with incident number 3017 11/06/202. ”
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