Hampshire Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested following an appeal issued over the weekend regarding a sexual assault in Andover.
Earlier today (Monday 17 November) officers arrested a 44-year-old man from Andover on suspicion of sexual assault. He remains in police custody at this time.
The arrest follows a public appeal for help identifying a man after an 18-year-old woman was assaulted on West Street at around 4pm on 23 October.
A police spokesperson said:
“Thank you for your help in sharing our appeals – we do appreciate it.”
Police enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with additional information that could assist officers can call 101, quoting reference 44250480605. Information can also be submitted anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.