Police have released an image of youths they want to speak to after a woman was assaulted by two boys who casually approached her on a tram.
Between 5.25pm and 5.40pm on Friday 8 January 2016, the 25-year-old victim was on the Metrolink to Bury from Manchester when she was assaulted by two boys who then sat down on nearby seats.
They got off the tram in Bury, but before they did so the victim managed to take a photo of the offenders on her phone.
The first is described as Asian, skinny build, around 14 years old, 5ft 3in tall and wearing a dark-coloured waterproof jacket, black baseball cap and diamond stud earrings.
The second offender is described as Asian, slim build, around 5ft 6in tall and 15 to 16 years of age.
He was wearing a light-grey hooded top and after the assault pulled a skull mask over his face.
Constable Fletcher said: “These young men brazenly assaulted this woman in front of a packed tram carriage and seemed completely unfazed when the victim challenged them.
“They demonstrated worrying criminal behaviour and it is important we identify them both to prevent any further assaults in future.
“I would also like to ask the public to take a stand when they see such behaviour take place.
“It is utterly unacceptable that this should take place in public and no one come to the victim’s defence.”
Anyone who recognises these youths should contact police on 101 quoting incident number 1839/080116 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
