Police are appealing for information as they continue to investigate two reported sexual assaults in Mackay in February.
Initial investigations indicate the first incident occurred between 13 and 21 February, when a 27-year-old woman was approached by an unknown man while in the Bluewater Trail area near Illuka Park.
The second incident is reported to have occurred on 3 February, when a 53-year-old woman was approached by an unknown man in the vicinity of Town Beach.
In both incidents, the women were approached from behind by the man who used violence before sexually assaulting them.
Both matters have been reported to police and the women are receiving appropriate support.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have been in the Bluewater Trail, Illuka Park, or Town Beach areas around the relevant dates and noticed anything suspicious to come forward.
Investigators are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have CCTV, dashcam, or other footage from nearby streets, car parks, or walking tracks.
Police are conducting proactive patrols of the area while investigations continue.
As a precaution, police encourage members of the public using walking trails and beach areas to remain aware of their surroundings and consider exercising with others where possible.
Investigations remain ongoing.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
If you've experienced sexual assault, it is not your fault and you are not alone. There are multiple ways to report what has happened to you depending on your situation.
If there's an immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000). You can also report online via: https://forms.police.qld.gov.au/launch/SexualAssault, over the phone or face to face at a police station.
There are also Alternative Reporting Options available depending on your situation.
For confidential information, counselling and support, call the State-wide Sexual Assault Helpline on 1800 010 120 or 1800 RESPECT for 24-hour help.
