APPEAL: CCTV released in connection to ongoing Sheffield rape investigation

Detectives investigating the reported rape of a woman in Sheffield earlier this year have released CCTV stills of a man they believe could hold vital information.

It is reported that a 23-year-old woman was raped near to Rockingham Street in the city centre, sometime between 2.15-2.45am on Saturday 20 April.

PC Laura Shaughnessy-Kearns, investigating, said: “Since the incident was reported to us significant enquiries have been undertaken, including forensic work, to identify the suspect, and the victim is continuing to receive support as investigations continue.

“There has also been a lengthy and extensive CCTV trawl of the city centre and wider areas, to piece together the victim’s movements and identify any suspects or witnesses.

“We have since identified a man who we believe could hold important information about what happened and we are urging him or anyone who recognises him, to get in touch.

“While I appreciate this incident happened earlier in the year, we are confident someone will know who the man is pictured and will be able to assist with our enquiries.

“Please call us on 101 quoting crime reference number 148 of 20 April 2019 if you can help. You can also give information to Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.”