13-YEAR-OLD GIRL FOLLOWED THROUGH WOODS ON HER WAY TO SCHOOL — POLICE HUNT TEEN SUSPECT AFTER TERRIFYING ATTACK
A routine walk to school turned into a terrifying ordeal for a 13-year-old girl after she was allegedly followed through a wooded area before being forced off a public footpath and into the trees.
The frightening incident happened at approximately 8:15 a.m. on Tuesday, November 10, in Nunnery Wood, Worcester, England.
According to West Mercia Police, the schoolgirl was approached by an unknown male who followed her for a short distance before forcing her further into the woodland.
There, he allegedly attempted to sexually assault her.
But the young girl managed to fight back and escape.
She then found a dog walker, who raised the alarm and contacted police.
POLICE REVEAL SUSPECT’S ESTIMATED AGE
As investigators work to identify the person responsible, police have released a description of the suspect.
He is believed to be a teenager between 16 and 18 years old, described as mixed race or Asian, and was reportedly wearing all-black clothing.
Detectives do not believe the girl knew the suspect.
Chief Inspector Dan Pilkington said officers were treating the incident with the utmost seriousness and that the victim was receiving support from specially trained officers.
He also confirmed that investigators were collecting CCTV footage and following up information provided by members of the public.
CCTV AND WITNESS APPEALS
Police have carried out extensive searches around Nunnery Wood and are continuing enquiries in the surrounding area.
Investigators are particularly interested in CCTV, doorbell camera and dashcam footage that could help establish the suspect’s movements before and after the attack.
Bus companies are also assisting police by providing relevant footage.
The incident took place along a footpath between Worcestershire Royal Hospital and Nunnery Wood High School — an area used by students travelling to school.
The nearby school has advised pupils to avoid the woodland route, use residential roads and walk or cycle with others where possible.
Worcester Sixth Form College has also reminded students to stay aware of their surroundings and take sensible precautions.
A COMMUNITY LEFT DEEPLY CONCERNED
The attack has raised concerns among parents and residents, particularly because it happened during the morning school commute.
Police have increased their visible presence in the area, especially around school travel times. However, Chief Inspector Pilkington has reassured the public that Nunnery Wood remains a safe place to visit.
The investigation remains ongoing, and the suspect has not been publicly identified.
Anyone who witnessed suspicious activity near Nunnery Wood around 8:15 a.m. on November 10, or has relevant CCTV or dashcam footage, is urged to contact West Mercia Police on 101, quoting reference 78i of November 10.
For the 13-year-old girl, what should have been an ordinary journey to school became an experience no child should ever have to endure. Her courage in escaping and seeking help may prove crucial to bringing investigators closer to the person they are searching for.
