04/08/2017

Investigation Launched After Woman Sexually Assaulted In Portadown

Police have launched an investigation following reports of a serious sexual assault on a woman in Portadown.

The victim, aged in her 30s, is believed to have been assaulted by two men in the William Street area between 12.15am and 1.10am on Sunday, 30 July.

The men have been described as black, one had dreadlocks and the other had a ponytail in his hair.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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