A Hampshire park has been closed after a woman was subjected to a serious sexual assault in the early hours of this morning.

Police are currently interviewing the woman who is said to be very distressed following the attack that happened in the park on Dorset Street, in Southampton.

Forensic officers are this afternoon examining the scene close to Inner Avenue and Cranbury Terrace, which has been cordoned off, as the investigation continues.

Police are appealing for anyone who was in the vicinity of the city park and heard a woman in distress during the early hours of this morning to come forward.

Anyone with any information should call Shirley CID on 0845 045 45 45.