Gwent Police is appealing for information following a report of a sexual assault in Newport in the early hours of this morning, Monday 13th September.
A male approached a female in the lane off Somerton Park Road which goes towards St Patricks Church at approximately 12:20am.
The 29 year old female was pulled to the floor and sexually assaulted, she struggled free and the offender made off in the direction of Corporation Road.
The female suffered bruising and scratches but did not require hospital treatment. She is currently being supported by specially trained police officers.
The offender is described as white, approximately 6 feet tall, possibly in his thirties, wearing white trainers, a black hooded top and a black zip up jacket with a white piping and white emblem on the back.
Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact Gwent Police on 01633 838111 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
