Police Scotland are seeking the public’s assistance after two reports of serious sexual assaults on a woman in the Creagorry area of Benbecula. Both incidents involve the same victim, a woman in her 40s.

The first incident occurred between 22.30 on Friday, 8 September, and 03.00 on Saturday, 9 September. The second incident took place between 01.15 and 02.15 on Monday, 18 September. Authorities believe that both incidents were perpetrated by the same unidentified man.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, with a medium build, clean-shaven, greyish-white hair, and an English accent. A comprehensive investigation is currently underway, led by specialist detectives from Police Scotland’s national Public Protection Unit.

Detective Inspector Craig Ross commented on the unusual nature of these incidents in a close-knit island community like Benbecula. He stressed the importance of establishing the full circumstances surrounding these reports and urged anyone with information or who may have witnessed any suspicious activity to come forward.

Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the authorities by calling 101 and referencing reference number 0205 of 18 September. Chief Inspector Jane Mackenzie, the Western Isles area commander, expressed her concern over these reports and assured the community that a visible police presence has been established in the area. Local officers are working in collaboration with national colleagues to investigate these incidents further.

Chief Inspector Mackenzie urged anyone with concerns or information related to the case to contact 101 or approach any police officers in the area. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities seek to gather additional details to aid their inquiries.