BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – POLICE have launched an investigation into the physical and sexual assault of a female juvenile in the Basseterre area.
According to a police communiqué, the initial investigation revealed that sometime before midday on Monday (Nov. 30), a male assailant held the juvenile around her throat from the back and took her into an abandoned house where he physically and sexually assaulted her.
On completion of the dastardly act, the assailant fled the scene.
As investigations into the matter are ongoing, the police are appealing to persons who might have information leading to the apprehension of the perpetrator to contact the Special Victims Unit (SVU) by dialing 465-2241 ext. 4252. This Unit can also be reached via cell phone at 662-7077.
Persons can also contact the nearest police station or call the Crime Hotline at 707 where information can be given anonymously.
