Police are still appealing for witnesses after an alleged attack in Braintree.
A woman fought off an attacker after the alleged knifepoint assault in her own home.
A man has been arrested and is helping police with their inquiries, but officers are still appealing for information about the incident from the public.
Anyone with information about the assault should contact Det Insp Peter Orpe or Det Sgt Graham Boutel on 01376 551312 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111
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