POLICE are investigating after a man sexually assaulted a woman in a store.

The unknown man approached the victim and touched her inappropriately from behind, say police.

The incident happened at a retail store in the North Worle Shopping Centre, in Queensway, at approximately 2pm on Wednesday, July 21.

The man was later seen leaving the area in a black Kia, which had red trade licence plates attached.

CCTV enquiries have been carried out and police have issued images of a man they wish to speak with in connection with their enquiries.

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He is described as white, in his 30s, of medium build and with ginger facial hair. He was wearing a dark baseball cap and T-shirt at the time.

Witnesses or anyone who recognises the man should call police on 101 and give reference number 5221165290.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.