Man arrested after sex attack in Dundee

The 50-year-old woman was assaulted in King Street near midnight

Police have secured the scene after arresting a 40-year-old man
Author: Lindsay HerronPublished 21st Feb 2024
Last updated 21st Feb 2024

A woman has been sexually assaulted in the middle of Dundee.

The 50 year-old was attacked on King Street just before midnight last night and a 40 year-old man has been arrested.

Police have taped off part of King Street in the city centre as part of their investigation.

The assault happened just before midnight on February 20

A blue tarpaulin has been put up, covering several bushes, and a police van has been parked at the scene overnight.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 11.40pm on Tuesday, 20 February, police received a report of a sexual assault on a 50-year-old woman in King Street, Dundee.

“Officers attended and a 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with this incident. Enquiries are continuing.”

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