Cops hunt topless man ‘with hairy body' after woman in her 40s ‘sexually assaulted'
Wiltshire Police have already arrested five men in connection with the "serious sexual offences".
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The force appealed to the public for more information in February to help identify two men.
It came after a female victim in her 40s reported the alleged attack.
Officers were able to locate one of the males and he has been arrested, along with four others.
A spokesperson for the force said: "Wiltshire Police are continuing to appeal to the public to identify this man in connection with an investigation into serious sexual offences in Swindon.
"We are still seeking the public's assistance in identifying the man shown in these pictures, which were taken in April-May 2022.
"The male is of a large build, scarring to the back of his head, prominent lips, hairy body, balding with short or shaved hair, and one distinctive tattoo on the left side of his chest at the time of the images.
"The victim is a female in her 40s. There is no information to suggest there are any further victims in connection with this incident. "
Senior investigating officer Detective Superintendent Geoff Smith said: 'This is a significant investigation with multiple suspects.
'We appreciate the graphic nature of these images and that they may be triggering to some people, however we need the public's help to identify this man.
'It is unknown whether he lives in Swindon or from outside the county, which is why we request that this is shared as widely as possible to assist our bid to identify him.
'It is important to state that all information has been released with the victim's full pre-sight and support, and she continues to be supported by specially trained officers.
'I'd also like to thank the numerous members of the public who called in following our appeal in February.
'If you think you recognise this man, please call 101 and quote reference number 54240080286.
'Information can also be left anonymously with Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.'
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