Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Saturday 12th April 2025 at 07:10hrs
Police are appealing for information after a woman was sexually assaulted on a tram travelling from the Etihad Campus to Piccadilly Station in Manchester.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:30pm on Friday, March 7, 2025, following a concert in the area.
Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that extensive enquiries are currently underway.
As part of their investigation, they have released an image of a man they believe may be able to assist with their enquiries.
PC Kelly from the Transport Unit stated:
“The most important thing for all of us in Greater Manchester is the safety of everyone in our communities.
“We are treating this incident with the utmost sensitivity and severity, and I would like to reassure the public that we are working closely with our partners at TfGM to ensure additional TravelSafe officers are present on public transport to ensure everyone is safe and respectful.
“Our investigation is ongoing, and it’s important that anyone with information shares it with police.”
Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information, including anyone who was on the inbound tram from Etihad Campus to Piccadilly Station around 11:30pm on Friday, March 7, 2025, to come forward.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 101 and quoting log number 259 of 9/03/25.
Alternatively, individuals can provide information anonymously by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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