26/05/2015

Police Appeal For Witnesses After Sexual Assault In West Yorkshire

A 23-year-old man has been sexually assaulted by another male in West Yorkshire.

The attack happened at approximately 3am in an alleyway off Albion Street in Heckmondwike on 25 May.

The victim had met the man earlier in the evening.

The suspect is described as white and wearing tracksuit bottoms.

Detective Inspector Mark Walker said inquiries are underway.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them.

(LM)

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