Teenagers sexually assaulted in Wellingborough town centre attacks

By Alison Bagley
Published 21st Aug 2023, 16:59 BST
Updated 21st Aug 2023, 16:59 BST
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The incidents took place on Friday, August 11

Two teenage girls have been sexually assaulted in a Wellingborough town centre attack on Friday, August 11.

Police officers are appealing for witnesses after two 15-year-olds were ‘touched inappropriately’ by a man.

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The incident took place between 4.30pm and 5.45pm, when a group of teenagers were followed by a man around town centre locations.

Northamptonshire Police/National World file pictureNorthamptonshire Police/National World file picture
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A spokesman for Northants Police said: “The incident happened on Friday, August 11, between 4.30pm and 5.45pm, when a group of teenagers were followed by a drunk man around Market Street, the Swansgate Centre and to Morrisons.

“During this time, the man touched two of the 15-year-old girls inappropriately.

“Witnesses or anyone with information should call Northamptonshire Police on 101. Please quote incident number 23000498276 when providing any information.

– A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this incident and has been released on bail pending further enquiries.