A cordon is in place after an alleged serious sexual assault in Colchester (Image: Google Maps)
A police cordon is currently in place after an alleged serious sexual assault in Colchester.
The serious sexual assault was reported to officers late on Tuesday evening.
A footpath off Berechurch Road is currently cordoned off by police.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: "We are investigating after receiving reports of a serious sexual assault in Colchester.
"Our enquiries are ongoing."
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