Police investigating reports of a sexual assault at a Darlington garage have released CCTV images of a man they would like to trace.   

Durham Police would like to speak to him in connection with a suspected sexual assault in Darlington last month.

A Durham Police spokesperson said: "The incident is believed to have happened at around 2.20am at the BP Garage on High Northgate on Thursday, June 20.

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"Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact PC Barker, from Darlington response on 101 then extension 209595 or email dannilee.barker@durham.police.uk."

(Image: Durham Police) (Image: Durham Police)