Police have confirmed there have been reports of a sexual assault in Maghull on Saturday night.
A woman in her 20s was walking along Deyes Lane on Saturday, August 28 between 9pm and 9.15pm when a man approached her.
The man spoke to her before raising his voice towards the woman and then sexually assaulting her.
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He then walked away.
The ECHO believes the woman, a mum, was on her way home when the incident happened.
The man is described as white, in his late 20s, medium build with short dark hair.
A investigation is now underway and CCTV and witness enquiries are being carried out.
A Merseyside Police spokesperson told the ECHO: "We are investigating following reports a woman was sexually assaulted in Maghull on Saturday night, 28th August.
"The woman, who is in her 20s, was walking along Deyes Lane between 9pm and 9.15pm when a male approached and spoke to her.
"The male then raised his voice towards the woman before sexually assaulting her and walking away.
"He is described as a white male, in his late 20s, of medium build with short dark hair.
"An investigation is underway and CCTV and witness enquiries are in the process of being carried out."
Anyone who was in the vicinity of Deyes Lane who saw or heard anything suspicious is asked to DM @MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111.
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