Arrest made in Shirley Tesco assault; police call for public information

Police are investigating a sexual assault at a Tesco Express in Shirley after a woman reported being inappropriately touched inside the store.

The incident occurred at around 8.30pm on 22 August at the Tesco Express on Shirley Road, when a woman in her 20s said a man made sexual comments to her before touching her breasts.

Officers have now issued a description of the man following the report. He is described as mixed race, around 5ft 9ins tall, of average build, and wearing a blue coat, cream trousers, and sliders with no socks. He was said to have a short grey-and-black beard, very short curly grey hair, and a cut or sore next to his left nostril.

As part of the investigation, police have arrested a 44 year old man from Southampton on suspicion of sexual assault. He has been bailed until 29 December while further enquiries continue.

Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. Anyone who may be able to assist is asked to call 101, quoting reference 44250381263.

Information can also be submitted online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website.