A MAN was detained under the mental health act after a woman was attacked while walking her dog.

The assault happened in a field near Ducklington, West Oxfordshire, the Sunday before last (June 23).

Reporting via social media yesterday, police said the suspect was detained within an hour of the incident happening.

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Officers said the investigation is ongoing and anyone with information can contact 101 quoting reference 43190198343.

Police did not specify exactly how the woman was assaulted nor if she sustained any injuries - the force has been contacted for further information.