Police appeal for witnesses after woman is assaulted in Madeley
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted on Church Street in Madeley, Telford last Tuesday 9th March.
The incident occurred at around 9pm when the victim, a woman in her twenties, was approached by a man who put what is to believed to be a rope or some other ligature around her neck.
After being disturbed by a house light being switched on, he left in the direction of Mill Street. The victim sustained slight injuries during the incident.
The suspect is described as a black man, around 5' 11", large build, with a black beard and moustache. At the time of the incident he was wearing a black hoody and black trousers.
Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who has any information is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101 quoting incident number 784 of 29th March.
Alternatively contact the independent charity crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting the crimestoppers website.
