Man arrested after alleged sexual assault in York

A MAN has been arrested in connection with an alleged serious sexual assault in York.

North Yorkshire Police said they were called just after 3am today (April 25) following a report of an incident in the city center.

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A police spokesman said: “Following immediate inquiries we located and arrested a suspect, a man in his 20s. He currently remains in custody.

“The victim, a woman, is receiving expert care from the officers.

“As part of our ongoing investigation, a site in Micklegate has been cordoned off for forensic examinations. Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to call 101 quoting reference number 12240071855 or email [email protected].”

Police cordon off next to the Jalou bar in Micklegate, York (Image: Dylan Connell)

As The Press reported earlier today, North Yorkshire Police had cordoned off an area next to the Jalou cocktail bar in Micklegate in York, which leads to a car park behind the buildings.

A police car was on site for most of the morning.

The barrier was removed as of 1:20 p.m.

The cordon this morning (Image: Dylan Connell)