Man arrested after teenage girl sexually assaulted on bus

The assault happened at around 9:40am on Friday 16 November, but only came to light after it was reported to police in February.

Police have arrested a man in connection with the sexual assault of a teenager in Stalybridge. 

The assault happened at around 9:40am on Friday 16 November, but only came to light after it was reported to police in February.

It happened on a Stagecoach Bus travelling between Ashton and Glossop and took place as the bus was passing Stalybridge Celtic Football Club.

Earlier today, police launched a public appeal to help catch the suspect, and a man has now been arrested. 

In relation to a press release published today regarding identification sought of a male in connection with an alleged sexual assault on a bus, I have just arrested a male adult on suspicion of this offence

Thank you to the public for their assistance

Updates to follow.... pic.twitter.com/NlOnerr8r3

— A/PS 14398 Steve Naylor (@PC14398Naylor) May 7, 2019

Anyone with information should contact the police on 0161 856 9350. Details can also be passed on anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.