Police alert after 14-year-old boy sexually assaulted in Ashton-on-Mersey park

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Police have issued an urgent warning after an Ashton on Mersey teenager was sexually assaulted in Dainwell Park.

Police say they are looking for a man in his mid-seventies after the incident which happened at 9pm last night.

A spokesman for GMP said:” A 14 year old boy sat on a bench in Dainewell Park, Ashton on Mersey close to the playground. He was approached by a male offender who sat down next to him and proceeded to touch his leg sexually over his clothing.

“The man was described as a white, in his 70’s, of chubby build and medium height. He had grey/white hair and a large spot to the right of his forehead. He was wearing a grey t-shirt and blue jeans, and was carrying a green carrier bag.

“Parents please warn your children to be vigilant regarding Stranger Danger, more so now there are more children out and about during the school holidays.”

Any information please ring 101 or anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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