07/08/2018

Woman Sexually Assaulted In Co Down

An investigation has been launched after a woman was sexually assaulted in Co Down.

The attack happened in the Merrion Avenue area of Newcastle at around 2.30am on Sunday, 05 August.

Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them.

(CD/LM)

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