Appeal after 12-year-old girl assaulted by woman in park

The child was assaulted in Crosby Walk, Park South, Swindon, at about 18:00 BST on 24 April

Police are appealing for witnesses after a 12-year-old girl was assaulted at a play park by an unknown woman.

Wiltshire Police said the child was assaulted near the swings at the park in Crosby Walk, Park South, Swindon, at about 18:00 BST on 24 April.

The woman is described as white, in her 20s and of slim build.

She is also said to have dark faded pink in her hair and was wearing a black hooded top at the time.

The force said there were a number of children and adults in the park and the surrounding area around the time of the assault.

Anyone who witnessed anything suspicious or anyone who may have further information, is urged to contact police.

Alternatively, people are encouraged to call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously.