Woman seriously sexually assaulted at Ipswich bus stop
Police are investigating after a woman was alleged to have been seriously sexually assaulted at a bus stop in Ipswich in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The big picture: According to police, the assault occurred around 4am at a bus stop on Nacton Road near Clapgate Lane, but this contradicts leaflets distributed by the force to nearby houses that specify the incident took place between 2am and 3am.
- The victim, a woman in her 30s, is being supported by specialist officers.
- Police have established a scene and increased patrols in the area.
- We've requested clarity from police on the timing of the incident.
What they're saying: Detective Inspector Brett Harris said: "We understand the concern this incident will raise but we want to reassure the public that we are investigating all lines of enquiry to ensure we can find those responsible."
What's next: Police are asking anyone who was in the area around the time to come forward, particularly those who may have:
- Doorbell camera footage
- Dashcam recordings
- CCTV footage
- Witnessed suspicious activity
How to help: Contact Suffolk Police quoting reference 37/65401/24:
- Online at suffolk.police.uk/tell-us
- Phone 101
- Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111
Support available: Anyone affected by sexual assault can:
- Call police on 101 or 999 in an emergency
- Access support services via Suffolk Constabulary's dedicated support pages
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