Appeal for information after 12 year-old girl sexually assaulted in Fareham.

We are appealing for information after a 12 year-old girl was sexually assaulted in Fareham on Monday (11 July) morning..

Shortly before 2pm on Monday it was reported to us that at around 8:10am the victim was approached by a man she did not know on Wallington Shore Road. The man inappropriately touched the victim whilst passing the Roundabout Hotel. He then walked off towards the Cob and Pen.

The victim was not injured and is being supported by specialist officers.

The victim described the man as:

• White.
• Aged in his forties.
• Muscular build.
• He had short dark hair and a short beard.
• He was wearing all grey clothing (t-shirt & trousers). The t-shirt had a small logo on the chest like a business uniform. He had dirty black builders shoes on and his hands were also dirty.

The Neighbourhood Policing Team has been carrying out regular patrols in the area.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference 44220277172.

Alternatively, go online and submit information via https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/