CCTV issued following sexual assault in Folkestone

Officers investigating a report of a sexual assault in Folkestone have issued images of a person they would like to identify.

It was reported that at around 7.50pm on Sunday 4 June 2023, a woman was shopping in a store when she was touched inappropriately over clothing as a male walked past her.

The woman challenged the offender who left the store.

The incident took place in Tesco Express in Foord Road.

DS Rachel Seymour said: ‘Having completed several lines of enquiry, we would now like to identify and speak to this person pictured as he may have information which could assist the investigation.’

Can you help?

Anyone who has information regarding the incident or is able to identify the person pictured, should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/99414/23.

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