Police have released an E-fit image of a rape suspect after a teenager was attacked in Hazlemere.

On March 15 a girl in her late teens was standing in an alleyway that links Barley Way with Beechfield Way when an unknown man grabbed and raped her between 7.45pm and 8.15 pm.

The attacker is described as an Asian man, aged between 30 to 40-years-old, short, of a large build and had a tattoo on his forearm.

Investigating officer, Detective Constable David Mitchell of Force CID based at High Wycombe, said: “We have been conducting a thorough investigation into this horrific offence and the victim is being supported by specially trained officers.

“As part of this investigation, today we are releasing an E-fit of the offender and would ask anyone who recognises him or someone matching his description to please come forward and call 101.

“This is a serious offence and we have been carrying out house to house enquiries, as well as reviewing any available CCTV and collecting witness statements.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting '43180095061' or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.