POLICE have released an image of a 34-year-old man who they want to speak to after an alleged assault.

Officers want to trace Matthew Penny after an alleged incident on August 13 where a 24-year-old woman was assaulted and property damaged.

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He has links to Chorley, Coppull and Preston, police said.

Penny is described as white, 5ft 6in tall, of medium build with short dark hair.

A Lancashire Police spokesman, said: “We are keen to find Penny.

“If you have seen him or know of his whereabouts, please contact us.

“Similarly if Penny himself sees this appeal I would urge him to hand himself in at the nearest police station.”

Anyone with information can contact police on 101 quoting crime reference SA1610667.