Officers want to speak to a woman as they investigate an assault.

Greater Manchester Police say the assault took place on Deane Road on October 3 at around 7.30pm. 

Officers have now released a photograph of a woman with brown hair, dressed in a yellow jacket and a blue and white top - they say they want to speak to her, as they believe she has 'vital information'.

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They ask anyone with information to call 101 or 0800 555 111, quoting incident 2973 of 03/10/2024. 

A spokesperson for Bolton GMP said: "We are continuing to investigate an assault on Deane Road, Bolton in early October at around 7.30pm.

"They would like to speak to this woman who they believe has vital information. Any information, please call 101 quoting incident 2973 of 03/10/2024 or 0800 555 111."