A MAN has been arrested by police investigating a serious sex assault.

Officers were called to the riverside in York in the early hours of this morning (SUN).

Police were called to the riverbank near St. George’s Field car park on Tower Street in the city just before 3am.

A 24-year-old man was arrested in connection with the investigation and released on bail pending further enquiries, a spokesman said.

The riverside footpath was closed between Skeldergate Bridge and Blue Bridge until around 3pm.

Scenes of crime officers could be seen inspecting a bench near the car park, and members of the public were being diverted away from the area.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 and asking speak to York CID or alternatively information can be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800-555-111.