A teenager has been charged after a series of sexual assaults in Bolton town centre.

Hassan Aden, 19, was arrested in the town centre yesterday, Tuesday, by a combination of Greater Manchester Police’s neighbourhood and response teams.

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Aden, of Northwood Crescent, Bolton, has been charged with four counts of sexual assault, one count of attempted robbery and one count of common assault.

Officers are appealing to members of the public for more information about possible further offences.

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Police advise anyone who may have been a victim or anyone with information regarding the incidents to contact Greater Manchester Police on 101, quoting log number 1809/090123.

Greater Manchester Police provides advice for anyone who has been, or knows someone who has been raped or sexually assaulted and encourages them not to suffer in silence and report it to the police, or a support agency so victims can get the help and support available.

Greater Manchester Police can be contacted via gmp.police.uk or 101.

In an emergency, always dial 999.

You can also find information and advice via the Greater Manchester Police website.

Information about crime can also be shared anonymously via the independent charity – Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Saint Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester.

They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.

Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives. Call on 0161 273 4500 or email help@manchesterrapecrisis.co.uk

Survivors Manchester provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape, or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182.