Garda appeal for witnesses to sexual assault

Gardaí in Dublin are appealing for witnesses to a serious sexual assault that occurred in Dun Laoghaire in the early hours of last Sunday morning.

A woman was attacked on Sussex Street at about 4am.

Detectives wish to speak to a man who came to the victim's assistance after hearing her cries for help.

He chased away the attacker and may have vital information that could assist the gardaí

The man is described as being of medium build with long mousy hair, parted in the middle.

He was wearing jeans and a brown jacket.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the gardaí.