COPS have launched a probe after a woman was pulled to the ground and seriously sexually assaulted while on a run.
The victim, in her 30s, was running along a path on Wednesday morning when an unknown man approached her and sexually assaulted her.
Police have appealed for information and they said they are looking for a white man of medium build.
Detective Inspector Stuart Dolan-Allen said: “This was an extremely distressing incident for the woman who was simply out for a morning run when she was attacked.
“We understand this may concern the local community and we want to assure the public that we are investigating all lines of enquiry to identify the man responsible.
“The public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area whilst we conduct enquiries, and I would encourage anyone who uses that area as a regular walk-through to contact us with any information that may be of assistance.
“We know there were dog walkers, commuters and other runners out in the area in and around the time of the incident who may have seen something suspicious and we appeal to them to come forward. I would also encourage members of the public to approach our officers if they have any concerns.”
