A man has been arrested following an alleged sexual assault near a Morrisons store.

Lancashire Police said officers were called shortly before 10pm on Monday, September 9, following a report a woman had been sexually assaulted near the store in Preston Old Road, Blackpool.

The woman alleged she had been approached by a man who had then attacked her and sexually assaulted her.

Following a number of enquiries officers arrested a man and he has now been charged over the alleged offences.

Jordan Owens, 26, of Preston Old Road, was due to appear before Lancaster Magistrates’ Court charged with sexual assault, assault, non-fatal strangulation and theft.

The alleged victim is being supported by officers.