Authorities in the town of Rotherham have appealed to the public for assistance in identifying a man believed to be connected to a sexual assault incident. In a bid to gather crucial information, local law enforcement has released a CCTV image of the individual they wish to speak to regarding the alleged assault.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, September 13, at approximately 01:30 within a property located on Laughton Road, Dinnington. According to reports, a woman was sexually assaulted at the location. Following the incident, the suspect left the premises but returned around 90 minutes later, forcefully knocking on the door and attempting to gain entry.

The quick-thinking victim immediately contacted the police, prompting the man to flee the scene. While investigations are currently underway, authorities are eager to identify the individual captured in the released CCTV image, as they believe he may possess vital information that can aid their ongoing efforts.

The suspect is described as an Asian male in his early 20s, of a slim build. Standing at approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, he is reported to have short black hair and a black beard.

Anybody with information can pass information to police via live chat, online portal or by calling 101 quoting incident number 76 of 13 September 2023.

You can access our online portal here: http://www.southyorks.police.uk/contact-us/report-something/.

Alternatively, if you prefer not to give your personal details, you can stay anonymous and pass on what you know by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers. Call their UK Contact Centre on freephone 0800 555 111 or complete a simple and secure anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.