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Paul Britton

CCTV appeal after man 'forcibly grabbed woman's bottom' in bar

A man who police said 'forcibly grabbed a woman's bottom' in a bar then ran off is being hunted. Police in Oldham have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to speak with in connection with the distressing incident.

The sex assault happened at Barclays bar in Royton, Oldham. Greater Manchester Police has issued an appeal via its social media channels for anyone with information, or for anyone who recognises the man, to come forward.

It happened just before midnight on May 7, but details have only just been released by police. The man ran off after assaulting the woman.

It's understood she wasn't injured. In a social media appeal, GMP Oldham said: "Do you recognise this male?

"We want to speak to him following a sexual assault on a woman that took place just before midnight on Saturday 7 May at Barclays bar in Royton, Oldham. A man forcibly grabbed a woman's bottom and made off.

"Enquiries are on-going and anyone who recognises the male is asked to call 0161 856 8918 or report it online at https://crowd.in/gclLZF. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111." No further details have been revealed.

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