A SEARCH has been launched after a robbery and attempted rape in Hereford.

West Mercia Police said the incident took place in the graveyard off Commercial Road and Canal Road between 5.40am and 6.20am on Saturday (May 28).

The victim's mobile phone and wallet stolen were stolen.

A 27-year-old man arrested in connection with the incident has been released on police bail, but it is believed that a member of the public witnessed the incident and shouted at the suspect to stop.

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Officers want to speak to the member of public as he may hold important information which could help with the investigation.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information is asking to get in touch via this link incident number 149i of May 28.