Police appeal follows woman being assaulted

Greater Manchester Police received reports that late in the evening of Friday, January 13, a woman was found with injuries on Roman Road in Failsworth

Police officers have appealed for information following the assault of a woman in Oldham.

On Saturday, January 14, 2023, Greater Manchester Police received reports that late in the evening of Friday, January 13, a woman was found with injuries on Roman Road in Failsworth.

Extensive enquiries suggest that the victim, a woman in her 30’s, was walking from Hollinwood Cricket Club in Oldham sometime after 10.30pm on Friday and was later seen on CCTV walking along Roman Road in the direction of Limeside Avenue, where she was found.

Detective Inspector Nicholas Helme, of GMP’s Oldham district, said: "A team of detectives are following up a number of lines of enquiry and are appealing for the public's help for more information.

"It is believed that a vehicle may have stopped and assisted or spoken to the victim and any information they have may greatly assist police with their investigation.

"If you believe you are this person or people in this vehicle, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

"If you were out on that evening (January 13, 2023) in the area or you have any CCTV footage or information regarding this incident - then please contact GMP on 0161 856 8999 quoting Log 1039 of 14/01/2023."

Alternatively, you can report information anonymously via the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.

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