Police have charged a man following reports of assault and sexual assault in Torquay.

Kevin Foale, 49, of Lister Way, East Allington, has been charged with attempted rape.

The incident was reported to have taken place between midnight and 3am on Sunday, January 20, in the area of The Terrace, Torquay.

The victim, a woman in her 20s, is currently being supported by specialist officers.

Foale appeared in Plymouth Magistrates Court on Friday, January 25, where he was remanded in custody to appear at Exeter Crown Court on Thursday, February 28.