A TEENAGER was assaulted by a man in Thirsk. The 14-year-old girl was assaulted as she walked along a footpath between Sowerby Road and Topcliffe Road, leading on to Holly Close. It happened on Saturday, October 13 and the suspect is described as white, aged in his 30s, with medium length dark brown or black hair, slightly receding on the forehead, and a thick dark brown or black beard. He was wearing a dark clothing and white shoes. Anyone with any information that can assist the investigation, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101.