CCTV appeal following a sexual assault in Rochdale.

Officers have released CCTV images of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a sexual assault in Rochdale.

Police were called shortly before 9.30pm on Sunday 1 November 2020 to a report of a girl being sexually assaulted by a man as she made her way on foot towards Mainway after getting off a bus.

An investigation is underway and no arrests have been made at this time.

Detective Constable Fran Pearson of GMP's Rochdale district, said: "This was a horrific ordeal for the victim and specialist officers continue to support her through this incredibly difficult time.

"Our investigation remains ongoing and we have released these CCTV images of a man we would like to speak to in connection with the assault. Do you recognise him? Were you in the area at the time of the assault and witness anything suspicious?

"We are urging anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward and assist police in our enquiries."

Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 4668 quoting incident number 2986 of 01/11/20. Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.