POLICE investigating the rape of a 19-year-old woman in Newcastle have released an image of a man they need to trace.

It happened at an address in Newcastle on Wednesday, September 24, between 12.30am and 1am. The woman had earlier met the man at Digital Night Club in the city centre.

"Police investigating the incident have released an image of a man they need to identify and speak to in connection with the incident. Officers believe he may have information that could help with enquiries," said a spokesman for Northumbria Police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 ext 69191, quoting reference 53493G/14, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.