Sex attack: Arrested man released on bail after assault in Sowerby Bridge

A man arrested after a teenager was sexually assaulted in Sowerby Bridge has been released on bail.
By sarah fitton
Published 11th Jul 2022, 12:35 BST
Updated 11th Jul 2022, 12:37 BST
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As reported by the Courier, detectives are investigating a serious sexual assault of a 15-year-old girl on Friday night.

Officers were called shortly after 11.30pm to the junction of Cemetery Lane and Sowerby New Road.

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The area was taped off while investigations were carried out.

Police at the scene of the assaultPolice at the scene of the assault
Police at the scene of the assault

A 20-year-old man was arrested in connection with the attack. He has since been bailed pending further enquiries.

Police have said the teenage victim is being supported by specially-trained officers.

Anyone with information that might help with the investigation should call police via 101 or using the live chat function on the West Yorkshire Police website.