Police investigations are continuing into the serious assault of a 15-year-old girl around 7.50pm on Sunday 15 May in Miramar, Wellington.
The assault occurred in the walkway that runs between Mander Place and Otaki Street Miramar. Police say the incident does not appear to be motivated by theft as none of the young girl’s possessions were taken.
Police are calling for information from any members of the public who may have seen anything or noticed anybody acting suspiciously in the area.
The assault occurred after the young girl got off a Go Wellington bus at the intersection of Park Road and Miramar Avenue carrying a back pack and a shopping bag. She noticed a thin male in black clothing, including a top with a hood across the road near the shops.
As she walked down Miramar Avenue a second man wearing white clothing walked towards her and is considered to be a witness in this matter.
Other passengers on the bus may also recall seeing the man wearing black, and Police encourages anyone with information to please make contact with Detective Tim McIntosh at Wellington Central Police Station on 04 381 2000. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through the organisation Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre