A MAN has been arrested in connection with an alleged rape in Paisley.

A 44-year-old woman was allegedly sexually assaulted while walking in Durrockstock Park at around 9pm on Saturday. 

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Cops confirmed a 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the incident. 

He is due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court today and a report has been sent to the Procurator Fiscal. 

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a serious sexual assault in Paisley on Saturday, July 16, 2022.

"At around 9pm on Saturday, a 44-year-old woman was allegedly sexually assaulted while walking in the Durrockstock Park area of the town.

"The man is due to appear at Paisley Sheriff Court on Friday, July 22, 2022.

"A report has been sent to the Procurator Fiscal."