Avon & Somerset Police have launched an investigation and an appeal for information after a woman was sexually assaulted by a man on a footpath in Bath.
The attack happened between Charlcombe Way and Charlcombe Lane at around 8pm on Thursday 20th February.
Officers attended, took initial details and carried out early enquiries. Police have said residents will continue to see an increased uniformed presence in the coming days.
The woman has been offered support through The Bridge Sexual Assault Referral Centre and, when she is ready, specialist officers will take a fuller account of what happened.
More people than usual may have been in the area that night to witness or take part in the annual toad migration.
If you were there on Thursday evening between 7pm and 9pm, and have yet to speak with officers, get in touch with them.
If you have any information, doorbell, dashcam or other footage which could help, call 101 and give the reference 5225045745.
Help is available for victims of rape or sexual assault, recent or non-recent. People can self-refer to The Bridge, a Sexual Assault Referral Centre available 24/7 365 days a year.
Visit their website or call 0117 342 6999. There are also details of charities and organisations with expertise in supporting victims at www.thisisnotanexcuse.org.
