Investigation underway following aggravated sexual assault – Singleton

A strike force has been established to investigate the aggravated sexual assault of a woman in the state’s Hunter region last week.

Shortly after midnight on Thursday 21 April 2022, the 32-year-old woman was confronted by two men at a home on Buchan Avenue at Singleton.

The men – who had their faces concealed – threatened the woman with a knife and assaulted her, causing her to lose consciousness, before sexually assaulting her.

Emergency services were contacted after the pair fled and officers from Hunter Valley Police District attended, established a crime scene and commenced an investigation.

The woman was taken to John Hunter Hospital for treatment.

Strike Force Currikee has been established by detectives from the State Crime Command’s Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad, and Hunter Valley Police District, as inquiries into the incident continue.

Detectives are appealing for anyone with information, or who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area during that evening or in the days prior, to come forward.

The men were both wearing dark clothing and had their faces concealed; however, one man has been described as being of large build and the other is thin build.

The Child Abuse and Sex Crimes Squad is comprised of detectives who are specially trained to investigate matters against children and adults, including sexual assault, serious physical abuse, and extreme cases of neglect.

Anyone with concerns about suspected child abuse or exploitation should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.