An image has been released of a BLACK man police are looking to trace as they investigate reports that a man was raped in Sunderland last week.
Officers received a report that a man in his 20s had been raped by another man at an address in the city centre on Thursday, December 7, 2023.
This was reported to have taken place overnight between 11 pm on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, and 8 am on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.
An investigation was immediately launched, and the victim continues to be supported by specially trained officers.
Extensive enquiries have been carried out by officers since the report was first made, including a recent review of CCTV footage.
Following this, today (Monday), they have released an image of man who they would like to speak to.
He was believed to have been in the area at the time the incident was reported to have taken place – and officers believe he may be able to assist with their enquiries.
The man, or anyone who recognises him, should send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media, use the live chat on the Force website or online report forms.
For those unable to make contact in these ways, you can call 101.
Please quote crime reference number: 151468Y/23.
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