Man arrested following sexual assault reports in Waltham Abbey
A 26 year-old Hertfordshire man has been arrested
A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape, following reports of a serious sexual assault in Waltham Abbey.
Essex Police's Serious Crime Directorate is investigating the incident, which is reported to have taken place at around 8pm last Thursday (5th June).
The man from Cheshunt in Hertfordshire, remains in custody for questioning.
A spokesperson for Essex Police, said yesterday: "It was reported a man had offered to help a woman carry her shopping to her flat, in the area of Winters Way.
"Once at the door to the flat, the man reportedly made his way inside before assaulting her.
"Our officers have ensured specialist support is in place for the woman concerned and a number of enquiries are underway."
Police say they have an increased policing presence and strengthened patrols in the area.