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# Woman seriously sexually assaulted at Ipswich bus stop
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/woman-seriously-sexually-assaulted-at-ipswich-bus-stop/
- Published: 2024-11-17T11:46:46.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:30:12.000Z
- Description: 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.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Crime, #article, #story-clapgate-lane-serious-sexual-assault, Suffolk Constabulary, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**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.

![Suffolk Police have distributed leaflets seeking support from the public](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1731844398-police-leaflet-sexual-assault-clapgate-lane-jpeg-2.jpg)

Suffolk Police have distributed leaflets seeking support from the public, stating the incident occurred at 2-3am

**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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