Woman assaulted while lambing on Borders farm

Police say a suspicious van was seen parked off the A68 before the assault Credit: ITV Border

Borders Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted while lambing at a farm in Jedburgh.

Two men assaulted the woman on the property just off the A68, around 3am, before running off into the woods.

The first man is described as white, in his 30s, around 5 foot 7 inches tall, thin and scruffy in appearance with acne scars, he was wearing a grey tracksuit and trainers and spoke with a Geordie accent.

The second man is also described as white, but in his 50s and around 6 foot tall. He appeared to have a large build and have black hair.

Police say a suspicious van was seen around the area before the assault took place:

Anyone with information is advised to contact the Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.