Investigation launched after woman raped in early morning street attack

Police say enquiries are ongoing after a woman was raped in Perth.

A report of a serious sexual assault was made to officers at around 8.30am on Sunday, March 3 on Newhouse Road and Newhouse Place area.

Police say enquiries are at an early stage after the assault in the Letham area.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 8.30am on Sunday, March 3 2024, a report was made to police of a serious sexual assault in Newhouse Road and Newhouse Place area of Perth.

“Enquiries, which are at a very early stage, are ongoing.”

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