Detectives issue images of man following serious sexual offence in Toxteth

Detectives are issuing images of a man who they think may have information following a serious sexual offence in Toxteth.

On Saturday 23 November, a woman in her 40s reported that she had been the victim of rape in the early hours at a property in Toxteth.

Extensive enquiries are ongoing, including forensics and CCTV.

Detective Sergeant Rebecca Robinson of our specialist Unity Team said: “We are treating this incident extremely seriously and are conducting multiple enquiries as a matter of urgency.

“As part of this work, we would like to speak to the man pictured as soon as possible, as he may be able to assist. Please call us directly at the Unity Team on 0151 777 1382 if you recognise him, with reference 24000991184.

“If you or someone you know has been the victim of a sexual offence, please be assured that we have specially trained officers to guide you through the process.”

To report rape or serious sexual assault, call 101 to speak to a specially trained call handler. You can also report rape, sexual assault and other sexual offences anonymously here.

In Liverpool, Sefton and Wirral, support is provided by Rape and Sexual Abuse centre (RASA Merseyside), who can be contacted at www.rasamerseyside.org or on 0151 558 1801.

In St Helens and Knowsley, support is provided by the Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre (RASASC - Cheshire and Merseyside) who can be contacted at www.rapecentre.org.uk and on 01925 221 546 or 0330 363 0063. Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) allow victims to get confidential medical, practical and emotional support from specialists. They are listed here.

We recently launched our Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) campaign to put the voices of women and girls at the heart of our work to tackle VAWG. You can find out more about the campaign here: www.merseyside.police.uk/vawg.