Appeal for dashcam footage after sexual assault in Derby

Officers investigating a sexual assault in Derby are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

The incident occurred in Portland Street at around 12.15am on 19 November when a woman was approached by a man who allegedly sexually assaulted her.

We are keen to hear from anyone who was driving in the area of Portland Street between midnight and 12.30am on 19 November and witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage.

A man has been charged in connection with the incident.

Ivan Godla has been charged with attempted rape, sexual assault, exposure and robbery.

The 23-year-old, of Leacroft Road, Derby, appeared at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates’ Court on 25 November where the matter was adjourned and he was remanded in custody.

Anyone who can help with our investigation is asked to contact us, using any of the below methods, quoting the reference 24*689079:

• Website – We have crime reporting tools on our website: use our online contact form
• Facebook – send us a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page
• X (Twitter) – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Phone – call us on 101 

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