Image appeal following sexual assault in Bournemouth

Officers are issuing a CCTV image of a man they would like to identify as they investigate a sexual assault in Bournemouth.

It is reported that at around 1.55am on Thursday 16 October 2025, a teenager was touched inappropriately over clothing by a man who was not known to her in Cameo night club in Fir Vale Road.

Police Constable Daniel Morris, of Bournemouth police, said: “This must have been a terrifying ordeal for the victim and we have been exploring all lines of enquiry to identify the person responsible.

“We are now in a position to issue an image of a man we would like to speak with as part of our investigation. I would ask anyone who recognises him to please come forward.

“We also understand the incident was witnessed by a second man and I would urge this person to please get in touch. You may have information that could assist our enquiries.”

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250153354. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.