Images of suspect issued as part of Wakefield rape investigation
Detectives in Wakefield have issued pictures of a man they want to identify in connection with a serious sexual offence.
Wakefield District Safeguarding officers would like to speak with anyone who can help them identify the man pictured as part of an investigation into a rape offence in Normanton.
The offence took place on Wakefield Road during the early hours of August 1 and officers continue to support the victim, a woman in her 30s.
Multiple enquiries have been ongoing by police, who have also arrested and charged another man as part of the investigation.
Michael Connors, aged 28 of Warmfield Lane, who self defines as white British, appeared at Leeds Magistrates’ Court on August 22 charged with an offence of rape.
He was remanded in custody to next appear before Leeds Crown Court on September 12.
Anyone who recognises the man pictured is asked to contact the Wakefield Safeguarding Unit on 101 or online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat referencing crime number 13260437273
Information can also be given anonymously to the impendent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.