Nelson Police Seek Information Following Serious Assault
Nelson Bays Area Manager Investigations, Detective
SeniorSergeant Craig Johnston:
Nelson Police are
investigating the serious assault of a 29-year-old woman
inRichmond and are seeking information from the public.The
assault occurred around 1.30am on Sunday 18 July. The woman
did not require medical attention at the time. However, this
was anextremely traumatic experience and she has been
offered support throughVictim Support services. Nelson
Police would like to hear from residents and anyone else who
was inthe general area of Cautley Street and Hunt Street
prior to and around thistime, and may have seen or heard
anything that may assist Police in their investigation. The
offender is described as being tall and of solid build and
wearing darkcoloured clothing at the time. There will be a
noticeable Police presence in the area over the coming
daysas Police carry out their investigation. We will be
carrying out a canvass of all homes in the area and we
areparticularly interested in obtaining any CCTV footage. If
anyone has information relating to the incident, they can
contact Policeon 105 quoting file number 210720/9908.
Information can also be provided anonymously via
Crimestoppers on 0800 555
111.