Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault of a young woman in Riverton, Southland as she was walking home after attending a New Year’s Eve celebration.
Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the vicinity of John Street or Bates Street between 12.45am and 1.30am on 1 January or anyone who has any information that would assist the investigation.
People with information should call Southland Police on 105 and refer to job number 220101/8608. They can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre