A man was arrested on suspicion of rape on Saturday and has been released on bail.
Officers patrolling the area following recent reports were approached by a male victim near Victoria Bridge in Hereford.
A 35-year-old male suspect was arrested shortly after the report being made.
Hereford Chief Inspector Ross Jones said:
“Increased patrols by both uniformed and plain clothes officers will continue along the river path, particularly during the late evening and overnight.
“Our patrols were able to respond to this report immediately, leading to the arrest of a 35-year-old male”
ORIGINAL APPEAL FROM SATURDAY BELOW:
A police cordon is currently in place on the river path near Victoria Bridge in Hereford following a reported serious sexual offence at around 1.50am this morning (Saturday 20 August).
There have been other recent sexual offences reported in this area and as a result officers have been carrying out high visibility foot patrols along the river paths.
These patrolling officers were informed of the incident.
A man in his 30s has been arrested and remains in police custody.
The cordon will remain in place for today.
Superintendent Damian Pettit, said: “I’m aware that there have been previous reports of incidents along the river path in recent weeks. Understandably this may cause concern within the local community.
“I completely understand these concerns and can confirm that our increased patrols along the river paths and local area continue.
“At present this incident is not being linked to the previous offences in the area, however we keep an open mind during the thorough investigations being undertaken.”
