Officers are investigating the two assaults, reported to have taken place this morning (Monday) at the Freehold tram stop and the Morrisons area of Hollinwood respectively.
These assaults are believed to be connected and involved two females.
No arrests have been made at this time, but detectives are conducting further enquiries.
Officers have now released the image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the assaults, and who they believe could assist with enquiries.
If you have any information that could help identify this man – including if you have CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage – please get in touch with police.
You can do so by calling 0161 856 8891 or 0161 856 8999, quoting incident number 891 of 20.02.2023.
Alternatively you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
