POLICE want to trace a man who grabbed a woman in the street.

CCTV still of the man have been released after the alleged assault in Newcastle city centre.

"Between 5am and 5.30am on Thursday, February 2, a 27-year-old man approached a woman while walking in Grainger Street and grabbed her by the arm," said a spokeswoman for Northumbria Police.

"He tried to talk to her but she struggled, he let go and she left the scene.

"Enquiries are ongoing into the incident and officers are releasing an image of a man they want to identify and speak to about it.

"He was in the area at the time it happened and may be able to help with enquiries."

  • Anyone who recognises the man is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 126 02/02/17.