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Jun 2021
Second sex attack in a month on Harrogate's King's Road
Police are investigating a second sexual assault of a teenage girl on Harrogate's King's Road in less than a month.
North Yorkshire Police said today a 17-year-old was approached from behind by the man, who touched her bum and chest on the corner of King's Road and Coppice Drive.
The incident happened at about 3.50pm on Monday.
The 17-year-old victim told police the man then walked back in the direction he had come from, towards the A61 junction.
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Police described the suspect as white, aged in his 20s, of thin build and with a long, clean shaven face. They also said he has long, light brown and slightly curly hair that was tied back.
Police believe he was wearing a red and grey backpack.
The victim and her family are being supported by police while enquiries continue.
Second attack in a month
An 11-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on the corner of Chatsworth Grove and King's Road on May 25.
The young girl was walking home from school at around 3.15pm when the attack happened.
Harrogate High School and Willow Tree Community Primary School subsequently revealed they had alerted police to men harassing pupils.
Witnesses or anyone with information that could assist the latest investigation are urged to call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room.
Quote reference number 12210139452 when providing details.
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