Overview
- A woman in her late teens reported she was raped at her home after meeting a man in Newcastle city centre, an alleged offence that occurred on Thursday, February 5.
- Northumbria Police opened an investigation and have carried out multiple enquiries, including a recent review of CCTV footage that pointed to a man they want to speak to.
- On Monday, June 22 officers released an image of the man and asked the public to contact them by social media direct message, via the police website or by calling 101 using reference 26000293252.
- The force reminded the public that the report remains an allegation, no arrests or identifications have been reported, and victims of sexual offences retain legal anonymity.
- If someone recognises the man, contacting police could provide witnesses or information that helps move the probe forward and lead to further enquiries by detectives.