Teen Girl Attacked in Portchester Alleyway – Police Seek Witnesses

Mugging Horror in Portchester

Police are hunting a man who assaulted a 16-year-old girl in a dark alleyway in Portchester. The attack happened at around 9.30pm on Tuesday, 10 July.

The teen was walking between West Street and Priory Gardens when a stranger sneaked up behind her. The man then walked alongside her before shoving her against the alley’s fencing. Luckily, the girl fought back and escaped without injury.

Suspect on the Loose

  • White male
  • About 6ft tall
  • Big build
  • Short brown hair
  • Wearing dark clothes and had his face covered

Call to Action

Police urgently want anyone who saw the incident or spotted a man matching this description in the area to step forward.

Witnesses should call 101 quoting reference 44180260160. Alternatively, provide info anonymously to the charity Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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