Update: Sexual assault, Springfield

Police have located a 12-year-old boy who allegedly sexually assaulted a girl on Thursday, November 21.

The 15-year-old girl was travelling on a train between Darra and Toowong when the boy allegedly interfered with the girl’s clothes and touched her inappropriately, despite the girl’s resistance.

A member of the public who witnessed the assault was able to interrupt the boy’s attempts to continue.

The 12-year-old boy will be dealt with under the provisions of the Youth Justice Act.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP1902311747.