A MAN has been arrested after allegations a woman was sexually assaulted on the dancefloor of a North East pub.

The incident allegedly occurred in the Fighting Cocks, in South Street, Durham at about 7pm on Saturday, March 26.

Police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward.

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A spokesperson for Durham Constabulary said: “It is believed a customer inappropriately touched a woman on the dancefloor of the Fighting Cocks.

“A man in his late 40s was arrested shortly afterwards.

“Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident and are especially keen to contact a woman who spoke to the victim moments later.”

A 49-year-old man has now been released under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to ring Durham City CID on 101, quoting crime number CRI00391965.

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