Cops search for mystery man after alleged ‘unlawful’ assault on Melbourne replacement bus

Police have released an artist’s impression of a man wanted for questioning over the alleged assault of a teenage girl on a bus.

Police have released an artist’s impression of a man wanted for questioning over the alleged assault of a teenage girl on a replacement bus in Melbourne.

In a statement, Victoria Police said police allege the 17-year-old girl caught a replacement bus in Maribyrnong about 4.15pm on May 8 when she was allegedly approached by a man.

It is further alleged the man “produced a silver pointed object and placed it in front of her chest”.

Police have released a digitally-generated image of a man allegedly they want to speak to in relation to an alleged assault on a teenage girl on a bus in Maribyrnong back in May. Picture: Victoria Police

“As the bus was travelling towards Moonee Ponds it is alleged a man approached the girl,” a Victoria Police spokesperson said.

“Investigators have been told the victim and man got off the bus on Ascot Vale Rd but he did not approach the girl again.”

The Transit Crime Investigation Unit has continued to appeal for information into the incident – releasing a digitally-generated image of the man they believe may be able to assist with their inquires.

It is alleged the man produced a silver pointed object and placed it in front of the 17-year-old’s chest. Picture: NewsWire / Diego Fedele

He is perceived to be Middle Eastern in appearance, between 40-50 years of age with a broad build, dark eyes and a strawberry blonde/brown scruffy beard.

He was wearing reading glasses with a thin gold frame.

Anyone with information or footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Originally published as Cops search for mystery man after alleged ‘unlawful’ assault on Melbourne replacement bus