Woman sexually assaulted on Telford street
A Telford street has been closed today while police investigate a serious sexual assault.
A woman in her 20s was walking in Havenwood, Stirchley, at around 9.30pm last night when a man approached and sexually assaulted her.
She then approached a member of the public for help, who then called police.
Detective Inspector Rob Mountford said: "I understand that news of this incident will be alarming for the local community. West Mercia Police takes incidents of this nature very seriously. A full and thorough investigation is underway and reassurance patrols are also taking place.
"I would ask anyone who was in the area at the time who saw anyone acting suspiciously to contact police; the information you have could prove vital to our investigation."
Neighbours living near to the area say the cordon has been in place since about 5am.
Anyone who has information should contact police on 101, quoting incident number 885s of June 25. Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
