Police have launched an investigation after two teenagers were assaulted in the street last night.

Officers say a 15-year-old girl and 16-year-old boy were attacked in Newlands Terrace, Penrith, at around 9.30pm.

They were assaulted by a stocky white man, who is believed to be in his 40s, and is bald. He was wearing a black jacket at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information should call police on 101.