Police are investigating an assault that occurred outside Poundland on Dalton Road in Barrow.
The incident occurred at 3am on 8 February where a man allegedly punched a woman, aged in her 20s, several times to her face.
A Cumbria Police spokesman said: “A 26-year-old man, from Barrow, was arrested on suspicion of assault. He is released under investigation.
“Officers would like to speak to a member of the public who witnessed the incident and supported the victim.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 and ask to speak to PC 2648 Huddleston or quote incident number 33 of 8 February. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.