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Police Seek Witness 'Sophia' in Plymouth Sexual Assault Investigation

The case was reported in January after a September attack.

Overview

  • Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for the witness known as Sophia, believed to be in her 20s, to come forward via 101 or the website quoting 50260021188.
  • The assault occurred around 3am on 12 September 2025 on New George Street in Plymouth.
  • Police say the man engaged the woman in conversation, attempted to pull down her top, then dragged her to the ground and covered her mouth.
  • The victim’s scream alerted Sophia, who gave the woman her jacket and walked her home after the attacker fled.
  • The suspect is described as white, in his early 20s, with forearm tattoos and a black puffa-style jacket.