A hunt has been launched after a sex attack on a woman in Southampton.

A 22-year-old woman was attacked as she walked along Carlton Road towards James Weld Close.

It happened between 1.30am and 1.45am on Saturday.

Hampshire Police say a man approached the woman in the alleyway off Carlton Road and sexually assaulted her over the top of her clothing.

The man is described as:

  • White
  • Between 25 and 29-years-old
  • 6 feet tall
  • Slim build
  • Blond
  • With spiky hair that flopped over to the right
  • Blond beard

He was wearing a thin grey or blue t-shirt and blue jeans .

Officers say they are following up all lines of enquiry in relation to this assault.

A spokeswoman said police were still in the early stages of the investigation and are appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting 44160322040.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111