Teenager sexually assaulted in Derry – The Irish News

A teenager has been left “traumatized and extremely sad” after a sexual assault in Derry.

The attack took place at around 1.30am on Saturday, October 26 in the Bank Place area of ​​the city.

Police say the victim is receiving specialist help and are asking the public for information.

Officers must also step up patrols in the city, while plainclothes officers will also work to spot “predatory behaviour” in pubs and other locations, and on the streets over Halloween.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet tall, with a medium to large build.

He was wearing white sneakers, dark-colored jeans and a dark-colored T-shirt with a mark or logo on the back.

“It is understandable that the victim, aged in her late teens, has been left traumatized and extremely distressed. Our specialist officers will continue to support her,” a PSNI spokesperson said.

“We have a number of calls to make as we continue to investigate, including checking CCTV.

“We know Bank Place was busy at the time. If you have been in the area, witnessed this assault, or think you have had contact with the suspect, we urge you to contact us.

“We also want to hear from anyone who helped the victim in any way, including calling for help.” To motorists, including taxi drivers: If you currently have dashcam footage from this area, we would like to hear from You.

They added: “We would urge anyone with information about what happened to please contact us and tell us what you know. If you can assist our investigation, we ask that you contact police on 101, quoting reference number 1303 of 26/10/24.”

Speaking about the increased patrols, PSNI Area Commander for Derry City and Strabane, Chief Inspector Gillian Kearney, added: “I would like to reassure the public that our officers will be visible in communities, with an increased presence ahead of Halloween, particularly during the night economy.

“Not only will the public see uniformed officers on the ground, but we will also have plainclothes officers on patrol to detect predatory behavior in bars, nightclubs and on the streets.

“We exist to identify people who engage in predatory behavior, including sexual harassment, inappropriate touching and loitering.

“We are on patrol and we are here to help. I would urge anyone who is concerned or needs help to call us on 101, always 999 in an emergency.”