Seven ladies ‘sexually assaulted in simply half-hour’ at University of Huddersfield
West Yorkshire Police have issued a statement after multiple women were reportedly sexually assaulted near the grounds of University of Huddersfield in the space of just 30 minutes
The incidents took place in and around the grounds of the University of Huddersfield (file)
Multiple women were reportedly sexually assaulted in a spree of incidents in just 30 minutes, West Yorkshire Police have said. The seven alleged assaults took place near the grounds of the University of Huddersfield on Tuesday evening (November 10).
Safeguarding detectives are currently conducting multiple enquiries following several reports of a man approaching and sexually touching women.
Officers attended at the university on Tuesday evening after being called by the security office on the university site. The police say seven women had been approached and sexually assaulted by a suspect between 6pm and 6.30pm.
All the victims managed to get away from the suspect after he allegedly approached and grabbed at them.
According to police, seven female victims were identified (file)(Image: Huddersfield Examiner)
Police have since made an arrest and are now appealing for witnesses following the reports of women being sexually assaulted.
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Huddersfield yesterday (November 11) on suspicion of sexual assault offences. He currently remains in custody for questioning.
Kirklees Police has remained in close contact with the university, which is supporting those affected by the incident and also working to support the police investigation.
Detective Inspector Sarah Bradley of the Kirklees District Safeguarding Unit, said: “We fully recognise the distress and concern this incident has caused and can confirm a comprehensive investigation remains ongoing into these offences.
“We continue to work closely with our partners at the University to provide reassurance to students and staff and remain fully committed to supporting victims and safeguarding those who live, study and work in Huddersfield.
“Anyone who may have information or footage relevant to this investigation is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police via https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat or by calling 101, quoting reference 1367 of 10/11/2026.”
