Man arrested after woman attacked in Derbyshire town – as police urge witnesses to come forward

Derbyshire Police are investigating an incident that saw a woman in her 40s assaulted in Long Eaton. The attack took place on Wednesday, July 3 in Lower Brook Street – close to the old fountain.

A force spokesperson said: “The incident involved a woman who was assaulted by a man, also in his 40s, who was wearing blue joggers with white stripes down the side, a black North Face hooded top, a black baseball cap and black trainers.

“A man from Long Eaton has been arrested in connection with the incident and has been released on police bail.

“Officers are keen to speak to anyone who saw anything between 3.20pm and 5.30pm.”

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Anyone who witnessed the incident, or those who can help officers with their enquiries, are asked to contact the force using any of the below methods – quoting reference number 24*408072:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111