Investigation launched after woman attacked and sexually assaulted in Irthlingborough

Police officers are appealing for witnesses after an incident of sexual assault in Church Street, Irthlingborough.

The incident happened on Sunday, July 6, between 5pm and 11pm, when a woman was sexually assaulted by an unknown male.

During the attack, the male grabbed the woman around the neck and arms and made sexually inappropriate comments.

The suspect is described as a white man, about 5ft 10in, of a slim build, wearing a black tracksuit, black cap and black mask.

A member of the public described as a white man with a white top and brown chequered trousers intervened which allowed the woman to escape and we would appeal for this man to come forward.

Witnesses or anyone with information are being urged to call Northamptonshire Police on 101.

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