A WOMAN in her early 20s was attacked from behind and sexually assaulted as she walked along one of Bexley's main streets.

The woman was in Crook Log, Bexleyheath, at 12.30am on Monday when she was attacked.

Police do not yet have any description of her attacker.

They are appealing for anyone who was in the area around the time of the attack and who saw or heard anything suspicious, to get in touch.

Anyone with information should call investigating officer Detective Constable Jon Summers on 020 8284 9261. People can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.