TWO men have been arrested after a woman was subjected to a serious sexual assault.

The incident occurred in the Bootham and Marygate area of York at around 10pm last night, a spokesman for North Yorkshire Police said.

The victim, a local woman, is receiving specialist support while enquiries continue.

The arrested men, both from York, are being held in custody for questioning.

  • Witnesses or anyone with information that could assist the investigation, are urged to call police on 101, select option 2, and ask for the York Serious Crime Team.
  • Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.