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WATCH: Police want to speak to this man after woman subjected to 'frightening attack'

CCTV footage of a man police want to speak to has been released, after a woman was subjected to a "frightening attack" in Ashton. 

The woman in her 30s was allegedly the victim of a 'serious' sex attack on Raynham Street. 

It happened at around 3.45am in the early hours of Monday 28 December 2020. 

Police say the woman is continuing to be supported by specialist officers. 

They are appealing for anyone who recognises the man or has any other information to come forward. 

Detective Constable Laura Hughes, from GMP's Tameside district, said: "This was a frightening attack that has left the woman understandably distressed.

"An investigation was immediately launched and after following a number of lines of enquiry, we're now appealing to members of the public to come forward if they recognise the man featured in the CCTV footage.

"Specialist officers are continuing to support the woman.

"Anyone with information or anyone who recognises the man is asked to call 0161 856 9353, quoting log number 362 of 28/12/2020.

"Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

You can watch the CCTV footage in the video at the top of the page. 

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