Police Launch CCTV Appeal Following Sexual Assault at Birmingham City Centre Bar
West Midlands Police are investigating a serious sexual assault that occurred at a bar on Broad Street in Birmingham city centre and have issued a public appeal for information. The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday, February 15, and involved a woman being sexually assaulted at the venue.
CCTV Image Released in Connection with the Assault
Officers have now released a CCTV image of a man they are keen to trace as part of their ongoing inquiries. No arrests have been made in relation to this case at this time. In a statement issued on Tuesday, April 7, police directly addressed the public, asking: "Recognise this man? We’d like to speak to him after a woman was sexually assaulted in a bar in Birmingham."
The police are urging anyone who recognises the individual in the image or has any information that could assist the investigation to come forward immediately. Individuals can contact the force by calling 101 or using the Live Chat feature on the West Midlands Police website, quoting crime reference number 20/148061/26.
Enhanced Patrols and Ongoing Efforts to Combat Violence
In response to this incident and as part of broader initiatives, specially trained officers are conducting increased patrols within Birmingham's night-time economy. This action underscores the police's continued commitment to tackling violence against women and girls across the region.
Police inquiries into the sexual assault on Broad Street remain active and ongoing. The appeal highlights the critical role that community cooperation plays in supporting law enforcement efforts to ensure public safety and bring perpetrators to justice.
