Detectives from NSW Police’s Surry Hills Police Area Command are appealing for public help following an alleged sexual touching incident during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Darlinghurst.

Around 1:30am on Thursday, 1 January 2026, a woman was sexually touched by an unknown man inside a nightclub on Oxford Street before he left the premises.

Investigators have now released CCTV footage of a man they believe may assist with their inquiries.

The man is described as of Indian/Sub-Continental appearance, 170–180cm tall, medium build, with short black hair and black facial hair.

It is reported that at the time of the alleged incident, he was wearing a navy polo shirt, black pants, and red sneakers.

The suspect was last seen near the corner of Oxford Street and Wentworth Avenue at about 2am.

Police are urging anyone with information about the man or the incident to contact Surry Hills Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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