Witnesses sought to the assault of a child

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to assist in the investigation into the alleged assault of a 11-year-old girl at Fadden Pines on Wednesday afternoon (23 February 2022).  

About 3.10pm the girl was riding through Fadden Pines and was allegedly knocked off her bike and assaulted by a 23-year-old man.  

Police are seeking witnesses to the incident and would also like to speak to anyone who saw the man between 2.00pm and 4.00pm on Wednesday.  

He is believed to have walked from Greenway to the Fadden Pines along the greenbelt adjacent to Isabella drive. After the alleged assault in the Fadden Pines, he then walked to the Chisholm shops.  

The man was wearing black long pants and a black jacket. He was also carrying a backpack.  

Anyone with information about this incident including anyone who saw or interacted with the man during Wednesday afternoon is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website.  Please quote 7042313.  

Media enquiries 

Police Media — (02) 5126 9070, act-police-media@afp.gov.au