Stowmarket sexual offence investigation update – two people arrested

Two people have been arrested in connection with a serious sexual assault that occurred in Stowmarket two weeks ago.

The assault took place between 5:45am and 6am on Wednesday 19 November. A woman aged in her 30s was out running along a pathway off Iliffe Way when she was approached by an unknown man, who pulled her to the ground and sexually assaulted her.

On Wednesday 3 December, two people were arrested as part of the investigation.

A 34-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and attempted rape.

A 49-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

The pair have been taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre for questioning, where they remain.

On Sunday 23 November, a 38-year-old man was arrested in connection with the inquiry and taken to Bury St Edmunds Police Investigation Centre for questioning. He was released without charge on Tuesday, 25 November, and will face no further police action.

The victim has been supported by specialist trained officers and has been assisting detectives with their enquiries. This includes helping to produce an EvoFIT likeness of the suspect. Detectives would like to thank members of the public for their assistance in this investigation to date.

Support Available

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

For more information and to find the support services available to you, please visit our support pages: How to report rape, sexual assault or other sexual offences | Suffolk Constabulary

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