POLICE have issued an e-fit image of a person they would like to speak to in relation to a serious sexual assault in West Yorkshire.

Detectives from West Yorkshire Police are investigating an alleged attack which happened in Womersley Road, in the Knottingley area of Wakefield, last Thursday, at 7.25pm.

A spokesperson for the force said: "The female victim was subject to a serious sexual assault."

The suspected went off in the direction of Knottingley Delta Academy High School, according to the spokesperson.

The following e-fit image of a male has been issued by police:

Police have released this e-fit image of someone they would like to speak to in relation to a serious sexual assault in Knottingley, WakefieldPolice have released this e-fit image of someone they would like to speak to in relation to a serious sexual assault in Knottingley, Wakefield (Image: West Yorkshire Police) Officers would like to speak to him in connection with the sexual assault.

He is described as wearing a blue puffer jacket, black or dark-coloured jogging bottoms, and white trainers.

Anyone who witnessed the attack, or who has information that could help police with their investigation, should contact Wakefield CID on 101, or using the contact options on the West Yorkshire Police website.

You should quote reference number: 13240594033.

Alternatively, you can get in touch with independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously online, or on: 0800 555 111.