Man charged in connection with three sexual assaults in Oldham

On Monday 20 February 2023, three women reported that they had been sexually assaulted earlier that day in Chadderton, Oldham.

Eric Mwangi (dob: 23/09/1990) of no fixed abode has today (Wednesday 22 February 2023) been charged with three offences in connection with these assaults. 

He has been remanded in custody until his next court appearance at Tameside Magistrate Court on Thursday 23 February 2023.

Superintendent Phil Hutchinson of GMP Oldham Division said: “These incidents will have understandably caused concern in the wider community, and I would like to reassure the public that GMP takes reports of this nature very seriously and that the victims continue to be supported by specialist officers.

“I am pleased that the meticulous investigation by officers from Oldham CID and the quick work of dedicated GMP officers have secured a rapid arrest and charge in relation to this case.

“I am however aware of speculation on social media which is circulating incorrect information about this case, in particular speculation that the person responsible resides in Oldham, enquiries suggest this is incorrect. I am therefore appealing to the community to please refrain from speculation online which could potentially jeopardise our investigation.

“The most important thing for all of us in Oldham is the safety of everyone in our communities.

“Our investigation is progressing at pace, and it’s important that anyone with relevant information shares it with the police.

“If you have information about this case, you can report it by calling 0161 856 8891 or 0161 856 8999 quoting incident number 891 of 20.02.2023.

“Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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If you have been affected by the details of this case, remember that support is available.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of rape or sexual assault, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police by calling 101 or 999 in an emergency.

You can also report information and crimes on our website (www.gmp.police.uk) using the 'report' tool.

Alternatively, you can report information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

There are also lots of organisations and support agencies available across Greater Manchester that can help and provide support for you.

For more information on rape and serious sexual assault and the support services available to you, please visit our support pages.

Here are a few examples of the support centres who can help:

St. Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre - Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester.

They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages.

Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.

Greater Manchester Rape Crisis - is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives.

Call on 0161 273 4500 or email [email protected]

Survivors Manchester - provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation.

Call 0161 236 2182.