Police are appealing for witnesses following allegations of a rape in Dawlish.

The incident occurred on the beach path close to the Dawlish Warren Bird Nature Reserve on Thursday, January 18, at around 11am.

The suspect is described as a white man aged between 35-45, 5ft 8ins in height and of stocky build.

It is believed that the suspect may have had a tattoo of a bird behind his right ear.

Dawlish Warren from the air
Dawlish Warren from the air

It is believed that there were dog walkers in the vicinity who may have seen the victim immediately after the incident.

Police are keen to identify and speak to these people as they may hold information vital to the investigation.

The victim, a local woman in her 30s, is currently being supported by specialist officers.

Police say this is an isolated incident.

If anyone saw anything suspicious or has any information that could assist police with their investigation, please ring 101 or email 101@dc.police.ukquoting crime reference CR/7246/18.
