POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted in Bridgwater (Sunday, January 5).

A man, 36, was arrested following the incident which took place at about 2.30pm in The Clink Retail Park. He remains in custody.

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: “A member of the public flagged down a police officer shortly after the assault but she left before providing her details.

“We would like to speak with the woman to fully understand what, if anything, she witnessed of the assault, as well as anyone else who was in the area.”

Anybody who can assist police are asked to call 101 quoting reference 5225003390.