Appeal for dashcam and doorbell footage following assault in Bishopdown, Salisbury

Thursday, 26 September 2024 06:05

Wiltshire Police are reissuing their appeal for information following a reports of a an assault on a woman in Salisbury on Monday (23/09).

Just before 3pm on Monday a woman was approached by a man from behind on The Downs, off Bishopdown Road.

He threatened her before pushing her to the ground and making off in the Bishopdown area, leaving the woman with minor injuries.

The suspect is described as a white male with stubble and wearing a grey tracksuit with the hood up.

Detective Inspector Eirin Martin said: "This is a really concerning incident where a man has targeted a lone woman during daylight hours.

"I'd like to urge anyone who was in the area on Monday and may have seen someone matching the description of the suspect to let us know. Please check your dashcam and doorbell footage and CCTV. If the footage shows a man matching the suspect's description please do let us know.

"We cannot solve these offences alone. We need the community to work with us to help keep the area safe.

"Our officers will continue to be in the area, in both uniform and plain clothes as we investigate what happened."

Anyone with information is asked to call us on 101 quoting log 54240112410

More from Local News

The Barber Academy Celebrates Ten Years

The Barber Academy is marking ten years since first opening its doors on Fisherton Street, celebrating a decade of training new and experienced barbers while operating as a fully working barbershop.
The International Salisbury Pancake Race Returns for 2026

A popular Salisbury tradition will return this year with a light-hearted contest that brings together workplaces, visitors, and residents in a celebration of shared local spirit.
Bishop of Salisbury to Commission Eight Volunteer Chaplains for the LGBTQIA+ Community

The Bishop of Salisbury, the Rt Revd Stephen Lake, is to commission eight volunteer chaplains to offer affirming support to LGBTQIA+ Christians and those exploring faith.
Tri-County Summit Boosts Joint Effort to Tackle Rural Crime

Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, has welcomed a renewed commitment to tackling rural crime following a tri‑county summit that brought together senior police leaders, MPs and representatives from rural organisations.
Local Voices Reveal Gaps and Solutions in Dementia Support

Safer and Supportive Salisbury (SaSS), the local community charity dedicated to building a safer and more supportive city, has published its Dementia Research Report 2025, an in-depth study into the experiences of people living with dementia, their carers, and dementia support providers across the Salisbury area.
Rock and Roll Man Interviews: Part 3 - Julian Bird & Gary Turner

Rock and Roll Man opens its UK tour at Salisbury Playhouse in February, and Salisbury Radio was invited to talk to some of the team behind the show.
The Spitfire Café Brings Family Fun to Cross Keys This February Half Term

Families looking for something fun and weather-proof to do this February half term are invited to Cross Keys Shopping Centre, Salisbury, where The Spitfire Café will be hosting a special Kids’ Club throughout the school holidays.
Local RNLI branch seeks more volunteers

The Salisbury and Wilton Fundraising branch of the RNLI is calling on local people to give a little time to suppor their fundraising efforts.