Police seek witnesses to sexual assault

Christchurch Police are investigating a Sexual Assault on a 25 year old female in North Hagley Park between 10:00 pm - 10:20 pm last night 22 October 2008.

The assault occurred near the pathway that runs past the croquet club heading from the end of Riccarton Road towards the lakes in the middle of North Hagley Park.

The female has described seeing other persons in the area prior to being assaulted including cyclists and a male on a long skateboard who she believed may have seen the offender prior to or after the assault.
Police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen anyone in that area in North Hagley Park at that time.

The offender is described as Male, European, in his 30's.
The female's wallet and contents were initially outstanding but these have been located.

Anyone with information that may assist the police is urged to contact the Christchurch Central Police on 03 3637400 or Detective Rachel Jefferies at the Christchurch Central police station on (03) 363 7968