Man arrested in Winchester sexual assault investigation

A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into a sexual assault of a woman in Winchester.

It follows a report of an incident that took place some time between 7.50am and 8am on Tuesday 26 May, in the alleyway between Fox Lane and Stanmore Lane.

It was reported that a 22-year-old woman, who was walking through the alleyway, was approached by a man and then sexually assaulted.

Yesterday evening (Monday 1 June), officers arrested a 35-year-old man from Winchester on suspicion of sexual assault and stalking involving fear of violence.

He is currently in police custody.

Officers continue to carry out a number of enquiries in relation to this incident.

If you have any information that may assist out investigation, then please call us on 101, quoting the crime reference number 44260253833.