POLICE have released an image of a man they would like to identify in connection with a sexual assault on a bus. 

West Yorkshire Police shared the CCTV footage taken on the 110 bus route on Saturday, July 16, 2022. 

The incident took place on the route between Rocheford Close towards Leeds city centre.

A teenage girl was travelling on the bus when a man allegedly sat next to her and sexually assaulted her.

The suspect is thought to have stayed on the bus, before getting off at Leeds Bus Station.

Officers would like to speak to the man, pictured, as he may have valuable information.

Bradford Telegraph and Argus: CCTV footage taken on the 110 bus route on Saturday, July 16, 2022CCTV footage taken on the 110 bus route on Saturday, July 16, 2022 (Image: West Yorkshire Police)

T/Detective Inspector Colin Wight of Leeds District Police said: “This was an extremely distressing incident for the victim and our enquiries are ongoing.

“We are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed this incident to come forward and get in touch.

“I would also ask for the man pictured or anyone who recognises him to get in contact with officers, as he may have information to help the investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via the 101 live chat function on the website or by calling 101.

The crime reference number is 13220393997.

Information can also be given anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers via 0800 555 111.

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