WEST Mercia Police is appealing for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on the number 57 bus from Winyates to Redditch.

The incident happened between 5pm and 5.05pm on Tuesday, September 27, when an unknown man walked from the back of the bus and sat next to a woman.

It is believed that the man has touched the victim inappropriately several times before getting off the bus and investigating officers would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the incident.

PC Nick Gianfagna of West Mercia Police said: "We believe there were between 15 and 20 people on the bus at the time who may have important information that could help to locate the suspect.

"He has been described as a white man, mid to late 20s, with blond, curly hair. He was wearing a blue hat, a navy coloured fleece-type jumper and trousers with paint on them, so possibly work clothes.

"If you have any information or witnessed the incident please call police on 101 and quote incident number 557s of 27 September."

Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or use crimestoppers.org.uk.