ESSEX Police are appealing for information following the sexual assault of a woman in Harlow.

The 30-year-old local woman was in Market Square at around 2.20am on Sunday, May 8, when she was pinned down and kissed by an unknown man.

He is described as white, bald, around 30 years old and clean shaven.

Four men came to the woman’s aid and we would like them to get in touch.

These men or anyone who believes they know the suspect or has further information should contact Pc Melissa Bailey or Sgt Steve Parish at Harlow police station on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.