Source: New Zealand Police
Hutt Valley Police are appealing for information after a 19-year-old man appeared in court for two alleged indecent assaults in Lower Hutt.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have information that may relate to this offending to come forward.
Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Williamson says while the man is before the court, Police believe there may have been further alleged offending.
The first incident occurred shortly before midday on Friday 6 February on Daly Street, and the second incident on Friday 27 March on the Hutt River Trail near Ava.
“The victims in these incidents were jogging before the reported incidents, and we would like to speak with anyone who may have seen any suspicious behaviour around these areas.
“We would also like to hear from anyone who may have been victim to related offending in the Hutt River Trail and Central Lower Hutt areas,” says Detective Senior Sergeant Williamson.
We know it can be incredibly difficult and at times distressing to talk about these matters, but we would like to reassure any victims of offending that we take them seriously.
Police have a number of officers and detectives dedicated to these cases, and we provide a safe space to report offending in confidence.
If you have any information or would like to report similar offending, please contact us online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105.
Please use the reference number 260327/8160.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
