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Parts of Harrogate town centre have been cordoned off after reports of a woman being sexually assaulted.

Police said areas of James Street, Petergate and Market Place had been closed to allow officers to investigate.

A spokesperson for the force said officers were trying to establish the circumstance of the incident.

They warned residents and businesses would notice an increased police presence in the area.

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