Bracknell

A man arrested in connection with a serious sexual assault in Bracknell on Tuesday evening (14/2) has been released without charge.

The investigation into the Bracknell assault continues with officers carrying out inquiries at the scene.

The victim, a woman in her twenties, was sexually assaulted near Bracknell Sports and Leisure Centre, Bagshot Road.

The woman was approached from behind as she walked through an underpass at around 11pm. She was then dragged into some bushes near Opladen Way where she was subjected to a serious sexual assault.

She was found by a member of the public who contacted the police.

Det Ch Insp Steve Read, senior investigating officer, said: “The area where the incident occurred remains cordoned off while officers continue with their inquiries.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident, or who has any information which they think would help us catch the offender, to come forward. In particular, we would like to speak to anyone who saw a white man acting suspiciously either prior to or after the incident.”

Those with information should contact Det Insp Anthony Padfield via the 24 hour Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505. Those who do not wish to speak to police or leave their name should call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Thames Valley Police ~ Bracknell