A WOMAN in her 20s was sexually assaulted at a popular student night club in Bournemouth, leaving her “frightened and very uncomfortable”. 

A 24-year-old local woman was approached by a man inside The Old Fire Station in Holdenhurst Road, Bournemouth, at approximately 11.30pm on Saturday, October 22. 

The man then tried to dance with her before she was touched inappropriately. 

When the victim attempted to leave the area, the man blocked her way multiple times before she was able to move away. 

Police are appealing for witnesses or anybody with information to come forward.

Police Constable Rachael Birch, of Bournemouth police, said: “This incident made the victim feel frightened, very uncomfortable and upset – with the result that she is nervous about going to similar venues in the future. 

“I am appealing for any witnesses to the incident or anyone with information about the man responsible to please come forward to aid my investigation.” 

Anyone with information can contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/contact or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220172408.  

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.