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Police hunt assailant after teenage girl is attacked during ‘sexually motivated’ assault on an Aberdeen street

Police are on the hunt for man in his 50s or 60s after a teenage girl was attacked during a “sexually motivated” assault in Aberdeen.

Officers are appealing for information about the incident, which happened at around 5pm yesterday in the Northfield area of the city.

The girl boarded the no. 12 bus service in the city centre at around 4.37pm outside His Majesty’s Theatre before heading to Northfield.


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When she departed the bus at Provost Rust Drive, she walked in the direction of Byron Crescent where the assault took place.

The man involved was last seen leaving the area in the direction of Waulkmill Road.

Detective Inspector David Howieson said: “The girl was fortunately not seriously injured, however is understandably shaken by what happened.

“We believe this incident to be sexually motivated and are providing appropriate support.

The assault is believed to have taken place on Byron Crescent.<br />Picture by Kath Flannery.

“Incidents of this nature are very rare and we are trying to establish exactly what happened which includes collating CCTV footage and carrying out house-to-house enquiries in the Northfield area.

“I would also appeal to anyone who was on the bus with this girl and saw anything unusual to come forward if you think you have information which could help.

“The man is described as being white, between 50 and 60 years old, around 5ft8ins and of a skinny build.

“He was wearing a black plain beanie hat, a black jacket and had a local accent

“Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 101 quoting ref. no. CF0010450119. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 if you would prefer to remain completely anonymous.”