Police appeal for witnesses after sexual assault in Braybrook

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By Molly Magennis

Police are appealing for witnesses following a sexual assault in Braybrook.

On Thursday, December 9, a 34-year-old woman was walking along Skinner Reserve when she was approached by an unknown man about 6.30pm, police have been told.

The male sexually assaulted her before running away.

A man who was exiting a taxi on Adamson Street saw the incident and chased after the man.

Police are hoping to identify the man involved in the incident, who is thought to be African in appearance, in his teens, about 160cm tall and has short black cornrow-style hair.

Police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppers.com.au.