Officers investigate reports of assault at a Derby store

We are continuing to investigate reports that a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by a man at a store on Corn Market at Derby and are appealing for information.

The incident is believed to have taken place on the shop floor of Primark, as the girl and her mum were leaving the store at around 4pm on Monday 9 January.

Enquiries are ongoing and staff at Primark have been helping officers with their investigation.

The man is described as being white, around 5ft 9in tall and had two walking sticks. He had been wearing dark clothing and a beige jacket. He is not believed to be an employee of Primark or have any connection to the store.

At this time the incident appears to be isolated, and we have not received any other similar reports at the store.

Any witnesses, or anyone with any information, should contact us on the details below, mentioning reference 23*16781:

• Facebook – send us a private message to our Facebook page
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Website – We have several crime reporting tools on our website or use our online contact form
• Phone – call us on 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.