POLICE have launched an investigation following reports of three women being sexually assaulted by a male cyclist on the Trans Pennine Trail at Lymm.
On the three occasions at the weekend, the suspect has approached victims from behind on a mountain bike, before touching them inappropriately while riding past.
Officers from Lymm have now teamed up with colleagues from Greater Manchester who have received reports of similar incidents involving a cyclist sexually assaulting women.
A police spokesperson said: “We are taking these incidents seriously as it is causing distress to those who have been targeted by this man and we understand the concern it is causing in the community.
“Since Monday we have been patrolling the area and are working with Greater Manchester Police who have had similar incidents reported to them.”
Anyone who sees suspicious behaviour should contact police on 101 or 999 if a crime is in action.
Meanwhile, seven attacks have recently been reported along the Bridgewater Canal towpath in Sale, Timperley and Old Trafford, between March 2 and March 7.
A Cheshire Police spokesperson said: “We have received reports of a man sexually assaulting women on the Trans Pennine Trail in Lymm over the weekend.
“On the three occasions reported to us, the suspect has approached victims from behind on a mountain bike, before touching them inappropriately while riding past.
“We are taking these incidents seriously, as it is causing distress to those who have been targeted by this man and we understand the concern it is causing in the community.
“Since Monday, we have been patrolling the area and are working with Greater Manchester Police – who have had similar incidents reported to them.”
A 28-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody regarding the incidents being investigated by Greater Manchester Police.
PCSO Henderson has been on foot this morning patrolling the transpenine routes off Star Lane due to reports of a suspicious male.
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— Lymm Police (@LymmPol) March 8, 2021
