Woman Pushed to Ground on River Avon Cycle Path
At around 9am, a woman in her 40s was walking her dog along the cycle path near Riverside Drive by the River Avon when she was suddenly pushed from behind.
Thankfully, she escaped without injury but was left shaken by the terrifying ordeal.
Possible Repeat Offender Spotted
The victim suspects the same person may have been lurking in the area the previous morning (12/11). Unfortunately, no description of the suspect is available yet.
Police Urge Locals to Come Forward
Det Con Laura Barwood said: “We understand this incident will cause concern amongst the local community but please be reassured we are carrying out extensive enquiries. We know this cycle track is well used by local people and we would urge anyone who was in the area on Sunday morning, or this morning, who believes they may have seen somebody acting suspicious, to call police immediately.
“We’d also urge residents in Monkton Park living near to the River Avon to check their doorbell cameras for any footage which could be significant to our investigation.”
If you have any information, call 101 and quote crime reference 54230120062. You can also contact CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
