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Police have launched an immediate search operation after a woman was pulled to the ground and sexually assaulted during her morning walk.
The victim, aged in her thirties, was running on a path near Iliffe Way in Stowmarket, Suffolk, between 5.45 and 6am on Wednesday when she was approached.
Suffolk Police described the attacker as a white male, about 5 feet 10 inches tall, of medium build and wearing a dark-colored woolen hat.
The force said he was also wearing a thick, dark rain jacket and dark trousers and was reported to smell strongly of cigarettes and cannabis.
Detective Inspector Stuart Dolan-Allan, of Suffolk Police, said: “This was an extremely distressing incident for the woman who was out for a morning walk when she was attacked.
“We understand this may be of concern to the local community and we want to reassure the public that we are carrying out all possible investigations to identify the person responsible.
“The public can expect an increased police presence in the area as we carry out inquiries, and I would encourage anyone who regularly uses the area to contact us with any information they have to assist.
“We know there were dog walkers, travelers and other people runners We appeal to anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in and around the time of the incident to come forward. “I would also encourage members of the public to contact our officers if they have any concerns.”
According to Suffolk Police, the victim is being provided with assistance by specialist officers.
Anyone with information should contact Suffolk Police quoting crime reference number: 37/65640/25