A woman was attacked as she walked her dogs at Blandford earlier today.

Police said the woman was on a pathway alongside the River Stour when the incident happened about 11-30 am.

They say a man clad in dark clothing attacked the victim on land belonging to Bryanston public school.

She was shocked but not physically harmed in the assault, the spokesman added.

A 37 years old man was later being questioned about the incident.

Police want anyone who was in the area - particularly a photographer seen near the scene - to contact them on 01305 222222.