Man charged after 'attempted abduction and sexual assault' of woman

The alleged incident took place in Glenesk Place, Arbroath, on Sunday evening.

Man charged after ‘attempted abduction and sexual assault’ of woman in Arbroath© Google Maps 2024

A man has been arrested and charged after the alleged attempted abduction and sexual assault of a woman in Angus.

Emergency services were called to the incident on Glenesk Place, Arbroath, at around 10.05pm on Sunday.

A 35-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the attack, and appeared at Forfar Sheriff Court on Wednesday.

Police are looking to trace an orange coloured car and a man seen in the area at the time.

Detective sergeant David Fearn, Arbroath Police Office, said: “I’m appealing to anyone who saw what happened, in particular the occupants of the orange coloured car and a man seen walking nearby at the time, to come forward.

“They may have vital information.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 1713 of August 19, 2024.

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