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Woman dragged into side street near Cabot Circus and sexually assaulted

By Ellie Pipe  Thursday Nov 30, 2017

Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to identify in connection with a serious sexual assault in Bristol city centre.

A woman in her 20s was approached by two men in the early hours of Wednesday, November 1 on Wade Street, near Cabot Circus.

Police want to identify this man in connection with a serious sexual assault near Cabot Circus

One of the men then pulled her into a side street and sexually assaulted her.

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Police say the victim is being fully supported and given access to any help she might need.

Officers are now appealing for anyone who can identify the man in the CCTV images.

If you know the man or can help with any other information that might assist inquiries, call police on 101 and quote the reference number 5217249282.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Victims of rape or sexual assault, recent or non-recent, can self-refer to The Bridge, a sexual assault referral centre that’s available around the clock 365 days a year. Visit: www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk or call 0117 342 6999.

Check www.thisisnotanexcuse.org for details of charities and organisations who are experts in supporting victims.

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