POLICE are appealing for information after a sexual assault in Bradwell.

A 26 year old woman was walking in Royal Sovereign Crescent when she was approached from behind by a man who grabbed her chest.

The victim managed to struggle free and the offender ran off in the direction of a nearby passageway.

A silver VW Polo was seen in the area at the time and detectives would like to speak to the occupant/s of the car as they may have vital information relating to the incident.

They would also like to hear from any witnesses to the assault, which happened between 2.30am and 2.50am on Saturday.

Call Det Con Matt Cornwall on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.