Police investigating Cupar sex attack report say ‘no criminality’ took place
ByThe Courier Reporter
Police tape was put up in Duffus Park while police investigated, but officers are now stressing the park is safe to use.
Police investigating reports of a serious sexual assault in Cupar say they are “satisfied that no criminality has taken place”.
Officers had been investigating a report of an attack on a 27-year-old woman in the Duffus Park area of the town on Sunday night.
However, a police spokesman today said: “Following a detailed and thorough investigation of a report of sexual assault in Cupar on Sunday evening, detectives are now satisfied that no criminality has taken place and the investigation has been brought to a conclusion.”
Several people had told The Courier they would think twice about going out after dark until the attacker was caught.
Chief Inspector Jill Harper, based at Cupar, said: “I am grateful for the significant support we received throughout this investigation from members of the public.
“I would like to reassure everyone that there is no risk to public safety as a result of this matter. I would encourage everyone to continue to enjoy the recreational public spaces in Cupar.”
Police investigating Cupar sex attack report say ‘no criminality’ took place