Rothwell sex attack suspect was arrested on suspicion of rape, say police

A man who was held over a Rothwell sex attack was arrested on suspicion of rape, police have confirmed.

The 37-year-old, from Market Harborough, was taken into custody after a woman in her 40s was assaulted in the Manor Park area between midday and 2pm on Friday (October 13).

He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

In a witness appeal over the weekend police said they wanted to speak to a white female who was walking her dog in the area around the time of the assault.

She had long hair and was wearing a mustard coloured jacket.

Anyone with information about the incident should call Northamptonshire Police on 101 and quote incident number 23000638080.