Woman sexually assaulted in Shrewsbury car park
An investigation is underway after a 19-year-old woman was sexually assaulted in a car park close to a Shrewsbury taxi rank on Sunday.
The incident happened at around 3.15am on 18 January in a car park between Comet Cars and the Rock and Fountain pub in Castle Foregate.
The victim, was approached by a man near to the taxi rank when he grabbed her by the wrist and lead her into the car park. He then went on to sexually assault her.
The man is described as white, around 5 foot 8 to 6 foot, of a slim build and between 25 and 35 years of age. He had short black hair, a foreign accent and was wearing a dark smart jacket and blue jeans.
DC Heidi Bate, the investigating officer, said:
"We are taking this offence very seriously and are eager to trace the man responsible for this awful attack on a vulnerable young woman.
"We would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time who may have information to share with police."
To give information, call police on 101 quoting incident 91S of Sunday 18 January. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org
