Police appeal for information after teenage boy sexually assaulted in public toilets
The victim is being supported by police officers
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Police have issued an appeal for information after a teenage boy was sexually assaulted in a public toilet.
The 16-year-old was "touched" inappropriately in the toilets in Newbury, according to police, by a man described as white, aged between 50 and 60, with a slim build, short grey hair and stubble. He was wearing a blue fleece jacket and grey suit trousers.
Thames Valley Police are seeking information about the incident which happened at around 12.40pm on Saturday 12 March in the toilets on Pembrook Road, behind a WH Smith store.
Investigating officer Det Con Angela Parsons said: “The victim is being supported by specially trained officers and we are conducting a full and thorough investigation.
"There are officers in the area today making enquiries, and I would encourage anyone with any concerns, or anyone who has any information about the incident, to speak to them.”
Anyone with information about the incident can contact the 24-hour Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101, or call independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.