Man accused of assaulting young girl twice on St Helier's high street

Wednesday, 23 April 2025 17:24

A man has been accused of assaulting a young girl twice on Jersey's high street.

The first incident is said to have taken place outside Sure, the telecoms shop on Queen Street, and the second happened in the middle of King Street near the old Clinton's card shop on Easter Monday (21 April).

The suspect, who has dark hair and a short beard, was spotted shouting at the child during the apparent assault.

He is described as wearing a grey jumper with dark jeans and trainers. The young girl had dark hair in a ponytail and wore a white top.

A woman was seen with the pair, in a yellow long-sleeved top with a gilet and a headscarf, pushing a pram.

Police would like to speak with anyone who may have seen this or who has any information concerning this incident, quoting M02842/2025.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 612612 or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form at Crimestoppers-uk.org.

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