Police arrest man after multiple sexual assaults reported at university

12 Nov 2026 • 7:01 PM MYT
The Independent
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Police arrest man after multiple sexual assaults reported at university

  • A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault following a series of incidents near the University of Huddersfield campus.
  • West Yorkshire Police confirmed that seven women were approached and grabbed by a suspect between 6pm and 6.30pm on Tuesday evening.
  • All of the victims managed to get away from the suspect, and the arrested man currently remains in police custody.
  • Detective inspector Sarah Bradley reassured the public that a comprehensive investigation is ongoing and that police are working closely with the university.
  • The University of Huddersfield has increased security patrols around campus and is offering wellbeing support to anyone affected by the incident.

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