A 12-YEAR-OLD girl was attacked by a man as she walked home.
The girl was on a path in Coundon, County Durham, at 7pm on Wednesday, when the attack took place.
Police are searching for the man, who is described as about 20 years old, 5ft 6in and clean shaven. He wore navy trousers and a blue, short-sleeved shirt.
Detective Constable Joanne Turnbull said: "It was an unprovoked attack."
Police are keeping an open mind as to whether there was a sexual motive.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on (01388) 603566.
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