A woman has been left shaken after she was sexually assaulted on a cycle path in Linwood.
The incident happened on Wednesday, December 21 between 10pm and 11pm on the cycle path between Linwood and Brookfield, when the 41-year-old woman was approached by a man and assaulted.
The man left in the direction of Linwood and the woman attended the Royal Alexandra Hospital for treatment.
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Police have launched an investigation into the incident, asking anyone in the area around that time to get in touch, and have reassured the local community that extra officer patrols would be put in place in the area.
The suspect is described as white, aged in his 20s, with dark wavy hair. The suspect may also have an injury to his face.
Detective Chief Inspector Mark McLennan said: “The woman was left understandably shaken by this incident.
“Our enquiries are at an early stage and I am appealing to anyone who recognises the description of the man to get in touch.
“Additionally, I would ask anyone who was in the area around that time and who may have seen someone fitting the description before or after the incident to come forward."
Deputy Area Commander Inspector Alex Marshall said: "We understand an incident like this is concerning to the local community and I would like to reassure the public that extra patrols are being carried out in the area.
"Anyone with any concerns can approach these officers and provide information."
Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference 2911 of 27 December, 2022. Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
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