We are appealing for information as part of an investigation into an attempted sexual assault in Great Barr.

We are appealing for information as part of an investigation into an attempted sexual assault in Great Barr.

Dear Resident,

We are appealing for information as part of an investigation into an attempted sexual assault in Great Barr.

On Tuesday (27 Oct) a woman was walking along Parkwood Croft at around 6.30pm when a man grabbed her and attempted to pick her up.

The man then fled the scene into woodland and towards Turnberry Park.

He is described as being around 5ft 7ins tall, medium build and was wearing a beige coloured hoodie, dark coloured bottoms and possibly a black snood with his hood up.

The woman is being supported by specialist officers from our Public Protection Unit, who are providing her with tailored support.

We have spoken to nearby residents and are conducting fast track CCTV enquiries around the area. Detectives are also carrying out detailed forensic enquiries.

If you were around the area and saw anyone acting suspiciously then we would like to hear from you, even the smallest detail may support our investigation.

Any reports of suspicious behaviour that you have noticed in the last few days from around the area may also help us.

Chief Superintendent Thomas Joyce, Birmingham Police, said: “We know this incident will cause concern in the community, and we understand that women may feel unsafe.

“Officers from our local neighbourhood team will be patrolling the area and if you have any concerns please speak to them.

“Violence against women and girls remains a key priority for us in Birmingham and the wider West Midlands.

“I want to reassure you we are doing everything we can as part of our investigation to identify and bring this offender to justice.”

Anyone with any information is asked to call us on 101 quoting 20/450980/26. Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

We've also set up a page where people can send images, video or any other information relevant to the incident - Public Portal