Investigation launched after West Bromwich sexual assault

A woman has been sexually assaulted near a busy road in West Bromwich prompting a police investigation.

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Officers say the 19-year-old was attacked on land between Walsall Road and Navigation Lane, near Stone Cross.

The attack happened just after 9.30pm on Wednesday.

West Midlands Police said a 16-year-old boy had initially been arrested over the attack but had been released without charge.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.