A man has been charged with sexual assault after a woman was allegedly grabbed while walking home in the early hours.

Earlier this week, Northumbria Police appealed for information after a 20-year-old woman reported being assaulted in the early hours of Sunday in Jesmond, Newcastle.

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An offender is alleged to have grabbed the woman before attempting to drag her to the ground while she was walking along St George’s Terrace, near Osbourne Road, in Jesmond.

A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “Following a short struggle, the woman was able to get to safety and the offender made off.

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“A 22-year-old man has now been charged with sexual assault and is due to appear before magistrates in Newcastle today (Thursday, September 14).

“We'll continue to carry out increased patrols in and around the area, and anyone with any concerns is encouraged to speak to us.”

Police have urged members of the public to avoid any speculation – both on social media and out in the community – that could jeopardise the live legal proceedings.