Police have released new footage as they search for a man accused of assaulting a young woman while she was out walking her dog in Ferny Grove.
The 23-year-old woman was walking along Hogarth Road in Ferny Grove when a man began talking to her before allegedly indecently assaulting her and fleeing on foot. The incident happened between 3:30 p.m. and 4:20 p.m. on June 19. Officers believe the man ran through nearby streets, including Beech Street, and may have been seen by locals.
Who Police Are Looking For
Detectives from the Inner West Child Protection and Investigation Unit have described the suspect as a Caucasian man in his early twenties with brown hair. He was last seen wearing black shorts and a maroon football shirt. The footage released shows a man walking down a road in the area around the time of the incident.
Police are urging anyone who recognises the man in the footage or has dashcam footage from Hogarth Road and intersecting streets, such as Beech Street, to come forward. They say even a small clue could help them find the suspect and bring reassurance to the Ferny Grove community.
Ongoing Investigation
Detectives are reviewing the footage and continuing to speak with witnesses. They are reminding Ferny Grove residents to stay aware of their surroundings and to report any suspicious activity as the search continues.
Published 4-July-2025