Detectives in York believe these men could have 'vital information' on sexual assault

Officers investigating the assault of a woman in the early hours of Thursday, July 13 are keen to speak to three men.

The investigation is focused around the Bridge Street area, which the woman walked through after leaving a city centre nightclub.

All three men are believed to have been in the city centre between 12.30am and 1am that night.

They visited bars in the area of Bridge Street and Rougier Street, and one member of the group may have accompanied the woman to a taxi.

Detective Inspector Mark Pearson, who is leading the investigation, said: “These are clear CCTV images and I’d urge anyone who recognises any of the men, including the individuals themselves, to get in touch.

“They may have vital information that could help our investigation.”

A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the assault.

He was released under investigation while enquiries continue.

If you can identify any of the men, or have other information about the incident, call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and quote incident number 12170122739.