Sex attack investigated in Belfast

Detectives from PSNI Rape Crime Unit are appealing for information following the report of a serious sexual assault in the University Street area of Belfast in the early hours of Tuesday.
By The Newsroom
Published 7th Mar 2017, 15:01 BST
Updated 24th Mar 2017, 11:06 BST
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A woman in her 20s has reported she was assaulted by a man in the doorway of commercial premises in the area at around 12.40am.

Detective Inspector Zoe McKee said: “A 25 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape and is currently in custody assisting officers with their enquiries.

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" I am appealing for anyone who was in the area of University Street around the time this incident took place and who noticed any suspicious activity to contact detectives at Ladas Drive on 101 quoting reference number 19 07/03/17.

"Information can also be given anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”