Woman sexually attacked in wood
West Yorkshire Police yesterday appealed for any witnesses to come forward.
The assault on Sunday night took place in a wooded area near Bullerthorpe Lane in the Colton area of Leeds.
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Hide AdOfficers said a 36-year-old local woman was walking her dog when she was attacked from behind by a man at about 8.13pm.
Officers described him as a dark European male, about 5ft 11in and of average build.
He was wearing long black cotton trousers and a black sweater with no hood and spoke with a foreign accent.
Yesterday an area near a footpath leading from the Avenue towards Colton was cordoned off while a forensic examination of the scene took place.
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Hide AdA West Yorkshire Police spokesman said yesterday that inquiries were under way and the victim was being supported by specially-trained officers.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Richard Smith at West Yorkshire Police’s homicide and major enquiry team by calling 0845 606 0606.