Appeal following serious sexual assault in Brook Street, Dundee

Police Scotland is continuing to appeal for information following the serious sexual assault of a 20-year-old woman which happened in Dundee.

The incident happened around 1am (BST) on Sunday, 30 October, 2022 in the area of Brook Street, near to Brook Gardens.

The suspect is described as a male, aged around 20 years, with brown fringe style hair. He was wearing a navy hooded top.

Detective Inspector Marcus Lorente said : “This was a particularly distressing assault for the victim and we are providing her with all the necessary support that she needs.

"I would like to reassure the local community that we are doing everything we can to identify the man responsible. A police presence will continue in the area, with the enquiry team consisting of local officers and detectives from Police Scotland’s Specialist Crime Division. 

“Officers have been carrying out door to door enquiries and reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding areas for any information that could assist the investigation.

“The streets were busy with people and students following Halloween celebrations and parties and we would like to speak to anyone who may have seen anything suspicious or a man matching this description to come forward.

“I would again appeal to local residents who may have private CCTV or camera doorbells to get in touch, you may have captured something that could assist our enquiries.  I would also appeal to taxi-drivers and motorists to come forward if you have dash-cam footage.

“Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference number 0647 of 30 October. Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass on information to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% confidential.”