Man arrested in investigation into serious sexual assault in Basildon
Residents have reported seeing police presence in the area since the incident was reported.
A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into a serious sexual assault in Basildon on Sunday (31 August).
Essex Police said an incident occurred shortly before 4pm on Sunday (31 August).
A man, 38, from Basildon, has been arrested. The victim, a woman, is in a place of safety.
Essex Police said: "That vital work is to ensure the collection of evidence is carried out as quickly as possible and our investigation is now progressing at pace."