A man has been charged in connection with a ‘series of sexual assaults’ that allegedly took place beneath the Mancunian Way. Police received reports of a number of alleged incidents that occurred in the underpass beneath the busy main road, between November last year and April 2024.
Robert Emmerson, 39, of Fernbank Drive in Manchester, has now been charged with five counts of sexual assault and three counts of indecent exposure. He was remanded in custody to appear at Manchester Magistrates Court on Wednesday (April 24).
Greater Manchester Police said the alleged victims are currently being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Constable Tamsyn Muller from our City of Manchester district said: “I would like to praise the people who have assisted with our investigation and those who shared our appeal.
“These alleged incidents have caused understandable distress and concern in the area, and I hope these charges bring some reassurance to the community.
“If you have any information, please contact 0161 856 4227 quoting incident 1322 of 23/01/2024. If you would like to remain anonymous, information can be shared by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
