Police launch appeal after man approaches girl in Oswestry
Police are appealing for information and urging the public to be vigilant after a 14-year-old girl was approached by a man in Oswestry.
The incident happened yesterday, Wednesday 5 November, at around 7.40pm on Roft Street.
The victim, a 14-year-old girl, was walking along Roft Street towards the Victoria Road junction when she was approached by a man from behind, who attempted to abduct her. The victim retaliated and ran home without seeing the man again.
He is described as white, in his 20s, black straight hair with a fringe. He was wearing a hooded long dark coat with buttons across the front and a bandana or scarf across his nose and mouth.
Sgt Scott Barnes, the investigating officer, said: “I would like to reassure the local community that we are patrolling the area. Please remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to police.”
If you saw a man of this description in the area at the time, contact police on 101 quoting incident 639S of Wednesday 5 November.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org
