POLICE are appealing for help to identify a person they would like to speak to in connection with the alleged assault of a woman near Dorchester.

The incident unfolded in the Broadmayne area at around noon on Thursday, December 19, when a woman was reportedly assaulted by a man.

“It is alleged the man pushed the victim several times before grabbing her phone and throwing it to the floor,” a Dorset Police spokesperson said.

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PC Ran Hartman-Turner added: “We are continuing to investigate this incident and we are now in a position to release an image of a man we are looking to identify as part of our enquiries.

“While I appreciate his face is covered, I am hoping someone may still know who he is and I would urge anyone who recognises him to please contact us.”

Anyone with information, or who recognises the person pictured, should contact Dorset Police via www.dorset.police.uk, or by calling 101, quoting reference 55240193854. They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555 111.