Woman assaulted in a village on the Isle of Wight
It happened in Binstead on Saturday night
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 40s was reportedly assaulted on the Isle of Wight.
Officers say the alleged attack happened between 7:30pm and 8:30pm on Saturday evening around the Jellicoe Road and Broadway Crescent area of Binstead.
As part of ongoing investigations, officers have arrested a 32-year-old man from Ryde on suspicion of intentional strangulation and common assault. He has been bailed with conditions until 6th March 2026.
Police are urging anyone who may have seen the incident or has relevant footage, such as CCTV, dashcam, mobile phone, or doorbell camera clips, to come forward.
If you were in the area during this time or can provide information, you can contact police by calling 101 and quoting reference number 44250550420.
Information can also be shared online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website: here .
Alternatively, reports can be made anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.