Serious sexual assault Ipswich

A scene is currently in place following reports of a serious sexual assault in Ipswich.

At approximately 4am this morning, Sunday 17 November, a woman aged in her 30s was walking when she was approached by a man who reportedly seriously sexually assaulted her on Nacton Road, at a bus stop near Clapgate Lane.

She is currently being assisted by specialist officers.

Officers are keen on identifying anyone who was in the area around that time - this includes anyone who may have any relevant doorbell, dashcam, or CCTV footage from around the time of the incident.

Detective Inspector Brett Harris said: “We understand the concern this incident will raise but we want to reassure the public that we are investigating all lines of enquiry to ensure we can find those responsible.

"A scene is in place and the local community can expect to see an increased police presence in and around the area. I would encourage members of the public to approach our officers if they have any concerns.   

“We are appealing to anyone with information to please get in touch with officers. In particular, if you were around the area at the time of the incident and saw anything that looked suspicious, unusual or out of place.”

Anyone with information should contact Suffolk police quoting 37/65401/24 via:

Website – https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us

Phone – Call 101 

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

Support 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.

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