Omaha police arrested a 41-year-old man Friday in connection with a sexual assault that occurred June 15 in downtown Omaha.Â
Police were called to the area of 1241 Gallup Drive just before 6 a.m. for a report of a sexual assault, according to a press release from the Omaha Police Department.
The victim, a woman, said she was out for a walk when she was approached by an unknown man, who followed her for "some time" before sexually assaulting her, according to the release. The victim was able to get away from the suspect and receive assistance nearby, the release said.Â
The 41-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree sexual assault.Â