Police Release CCTV in Ashfield Sexual Assault Appeal

Police have released CCTV in an appeal for public assistance following an alleged sexual touching in Ashfield last month.

About 3.05pm on Sunday 20 September 2026, officers attached to Burwood Police area Command were called to Ashfield Railway Station following reports of an alleged sexual touching.

Officers were told a man allegedly inappropriately touched a 30-year-old woman. She was uninjured.

Officers attached to North West Police Transport Command took carriage of the matter and commenced an investigation.

As inquiries are ongoing, police have released CCTV images of a man who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.

The man depicted in the CCTV is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his 30s or 40s, medium build, bold, and with tattoos on his neck, arms and legs.

He was depicted in the footage wearing a black t-shirt, black shorts, white shoes and had sunglasses on top of his head.

As inquiries are ongoing, anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.

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