Police have released an image of a man they would like to trace following an alleged sexual assault in a bar at a North Yorkshire Army base. 

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for information following an incident in Catterick Garrison on New Year's Day. 

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "The incident happened in Louis Bar on Kitchener Road in Catterick Garrison at approximately 5am on Monday 01 January 2024.

"The victim who is a woman was sexually assaulted by a man.

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"Officers have issued CCTV of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident, as they believe that he may have information that could assist the investigation.

"If you recognise the man, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and quote reference 12240013558 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."The Northern Echo: North Yorkshire Police would like to trace this man