A WOMAN was sexually assaulted on a York bridge in front of her husband by a man with a 'hipster' beard.

North Yorkshire Police said the woman and her husband were walking across Ouse Bridge at about 5pm on Saturday, October 6 when the incident took place.

A spokeswoman for the force said: "The victim – a York woman in her forties – was walking across Ouse Bridge with her husband when she was approached by two men, one of which reached out and touched her inappropriately.

"When confronted by the woman the man ran off laughing. He is described as in his mid to late 20’s, about 5ft 4in tall, with dark brown hair and a ‘hipster’ style beard."

Anyone who saw the incident, or who can help identify the suspect, should phone 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111 quoting reference 12180187396.