Woman ‘sexually assaulted near Wetherspoons’ as police launch probe into ‘serious’ sex attack
POLICE are investigating after a woman was sexually assaulted near a Wetherspoons.
The victim called police at 6am yesterday to report the sex attack close to the Bottle Kiln pub in Harwich, Essex.
Officers have now launched a probe into the “serious” sexual assault.
They confirmed the woman is being supported by specialist officers and have cordoned off the scene.
Essex Police said: “Officers received a call at around 6am this morning (6 August) from a woman stating she had been sexually assaulted close to The Bottle Kiln Wetherspoons.
“The victim is receiving support from specialist officers.
“A cordon is currently in place at an alleyway running from Kings Way to Empire Road and officers will remain in the area today to carry out enquiries.”
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