Officers are appealing for information after a woman was sexually assaulted in Luton.

On Thursday (5 January), at around 9.30pm the victim was sexually assaulted whilst walking along New Bedford Road.

The man was described as 5ft 4, with short curly black hair, stubble. He was wearing a grey tracksuit bottoms, dark coloured hooded jumper and coat.

Detective Constable Laura McDonagh said: "This attack was unprovoked and distressing for the victim involved and our team of officers are working closely to support the victim, whilst progressing enquiries to identify the man involved.

"We are appealing to anyone who was in this area, either on foot or travelling in a vehicle who may have had access to a dash camera and may have recorded anyone in the area, as this could assist us with our investigation."