Police seek man after woman attacked with liquid in alleyway
Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 14:29 · Archive
A woman was attacked with an unknown liquid in a Saffron Walden alleyway in the early hours of August 30.
A woman had an unknown liquid thrown at her in an alleyway leading to Emson Close in Saffron Walden shortly before 2.30am on Sunday, August 30. She required hospital treatment following the attack.
The substance was later tested and confirmed not to be acid. Essex Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the assault.
A police spokesperson said: "If you know who the man is, or have any information, in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us."
Members of the public can submit information via the Essex Police website or through the 24-hour Live Chat service at www.essex.police.uk/digital101. Those contacting police are asked to quote reference 42/138559/26. Anonymous reports can also be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

How it is being reported
- Woman attacked with 'unknown acid' in Saffron Walden alleywayPolice want to speak to this manEssexLive · 22 Oct, 14:07
- 'Unknown liquid' thrown at woman in alleyway attack as police issue appealEssex Police appeal to identify man after woman was injured by an unknown liquid in a Saffron Walden alleyway attack on August 30.Colchester Gazette · 22 Oct, 13:50
- 'Unknown liquid' thrown at woman in alleyway attack as police issue appealEssex Police appeal to identify man after woman was injured by an unknown liquid in a Saffron Walden alleyway attack on August 30.Echo (Basildon) · 22 Oct, 13:50
- 'Unknown liquid' thrown at woman in alleyway attack as police issue appealEssex Police appeal to identify man after woman was injured by an unknown liquid in a Saffron Walden alleyway attack on August 30.Brentwood Guardian · 22 Oct, 13:50
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