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CCTV image released of masked man after Scots schoolgirl sexually assaulted on wooded footpath

CCTV footage has been released of a masked man after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted on her walk to school.

The 15-year-old was attacked as she walking along the footpath between Middleton Avenue and Loaninghill Road in Uphall, Broxburn, West Lothian. Officers investigating the vile incident say it happened at 8.15am on June 21.

They believe the man pictured on CCTV may hold vital information that could assist them with their inquiries. He is described as being white, around 5ft 8in tall with brown eyes.

He was wearing a grey hooded top, black jeans or combat style trousers and carrying a multi-coloured rucksack. He was also wearing a face mask on the lower half of his face and had his hood up.

The schoolgirl was attacked as she made her way to class
The schoolgirl was attacked as she made her way to class

Detective Constable Ross Bennie, from CID Livingston said: “I would urge the male, or anyone who has information relating to the male, depicted in the image to make contact with the Police. Members of the public can contact Police Scotland via the 101 non-emergency telephone number quoting incident number 0664 of 21 June 2022.

"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”

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