Hero Woman Sought After Plymouth Sexual Attack
Police are on the hunt for a brave woman who stepped in to help during a terrifying sexual assault in Plymouth last September.
Shocking Assault on New George Street
Just after 3am on 12 September 2025, a woman was walking alone along New George Street. A white man, early 20s, with forearm tattoos and wearing a black puffa jacket, approached her. He started chatting before suddenly trying to pull her top down.
The attacker then dragged her to the ground and covered her mouth to silence her screams.
Heroic Bystander Scares Off Attacker
Thankfully, a passerby — a courageous young woman — heard the victim’s screams. She stepped in, scaring the attacker away.
Who is Sophia?
The witness, known only as Sophia, was in her 20s and on her way home from work. She gave the shaken victim her jacket and made sure she got home safely.
Police want to speak to Sophia to thank her and gather more information.
