A WOMAN was assaulted by a man as she walked through an underpass in Hereford, leaving her with nose and forehead injuries.

Between 4pm and 6pm on Thursday, February 18 the victim walked through the underpass which is underneath Victoria Street, in the direction of Whitecross Road.

She was assaulted by an unknown man, and she required hospital treatment.

The suspect is described as a white man, approximately 5ft 9ins tall, of a muscular build with short dark hair.

Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information. Call 101 quoting incident 0710S 180216 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or via their website.