Woman Assaulted in Larkill

Monday, 29 June 2026 09:37

Did you witness anyone behaving suspiciously in Larkhill late on Saturday evening (27th June)?

Officers from Wiltshire Police are investigating a report of a serious assault in Larkhill, which took place at around 11.25 pm in the Packway between the garrison church and the Packhorse pub.

The victim, a woman in her 20s, was walking home when she was followed and then assaulted by a suspect, described as white and in his 30s.

She managed to escape from him and flag down a member of the public, who took her home and incident was then reported to the police.

A 39-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and is in custody for questioning.

If you witnessed anything which could assist with the investigation, please contact us on 101 quoting reference 54260077045.

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