Detectives launched launched an investigation after a schoolgirl was grabbed by a man in an alleyway.
According to Wiltshire Police, the child was walking a shortcut off The Tynings, close to Corsham School, at around 2.50pm yesterday (7 September).
An unknown man grabbed her and pushed her against the fence, but the victim was able to break free and ran off towards Grove Road.
The man is believed to have fled in the opposite direction, back towards The Tynings.
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The suspect is described as white, between 40 and 60 years old, wearing a navy t-shirt, brown shorts, a navy baseball cap and black sunglasses.
Detective Sergeant Mel Wilson, from Wiltshire Police, said: “Thankfully, the young girl was not injured during the incident but was left understandably shaken by what happened.
“We are appealing for anyone who was in that area of Corsham yesterday afternoon and either witnessed anything suspicious, or believes they recognise the description of the suspect to call us.
“Please be reassured that we are taking this incident seriously and officers will be carrying out detailed enquiries in the town over the coming days.”
The force says it has increased patrols in the town as officers probe the worrying incident.
Inspector James Brain, from the local Community Policing Team, added: “Our local officers will also be carrying out increased patrols in the town, to both assist with enquiries and also provide reassurance for local people.
“I would urge anyone with information about this incident to please come forward and help us with this investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Wiltshire Police on 101, quoting crime reference 54210087179. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
