Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to in connection with an incident on Park Road in Timperley that left a woman “extremely scared and distressed”.
Three separate women were approached and propositioned by someone who police believe was the same man.
The first incident happened on Park Road in Timperley between 10pm and 10.20pm on Sunday October 3rd.
A 38-year-old woman, who had been walking alone, was approached by a man on a bicycle who blocked her path and asked her if she wanted to go somewhere with him. The woman attempted to leave, but the man followed her before he fled in the direction of Washway Road.
The second incident happened at about 11.05pm on the same evening, when a 29-year-old woman was jogging on Harboro Road when a man approached her and blocked her path. He made a comment, suggesting that she went with him. The woman, feeling distressed, ran to a nearby house and called the police.
Shortly after this, and before 11.20pm, a man approached a 17-year-old girl on Ashton Lane at the junction of Church Lane and inappropriately propositioned her. She tried to leave but he pulled at her rucksack and clothes. She managed to escape and the offender fled.
Police believe the same man was responsible for all three incidents and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Detective Inspector Carl Gilbert of GMP’s Trafford Borough said: “The victims were left extremely scared and distressed after being targeted by, who we believe, is the same man.
“People will be understandably concerned and I assure you that we have a dedicated team of detectives working to catch the offender and extra officers on patrol in the area.
“Everyone has the right to go about their daily lives without fear of being targeted and help and support will always be there for people who want to come forward and report offences.”
“If you have any concerns at all or want to speak to someone to pass on information you can contact police on 0161 856 4081, 101, or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
