Horror as girl raped in UK city centre park - man arrested

A girl was allegedly raped in a popular UK city centre park. Police launched an immediate investigation and have confirmed a man, aged in his late teens, has been arrested. Detectives are continuing to investigate the reported attack and are appealing to the public for relevant information.

The girl was allegedly raped in Parade Gardens, Bath, at around 11.30pm on Wednesday night (November 11). Avon and Somerset Police were called to the scene and a cordon was in place throughout Thursday. Police said the victim was helped by two males who helped her get a taxi home. The force asked them to come forward to provide relevant information.

Meanwhile, investigating officers launched a public appeal, and carried out forensic and CCTV enquiries. It was confirmed on Thursday evening that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the reported rape.

Chief Inspector Dudley Bond, who is based in Bath, said: "A key priority for us is supporting the young victim, and ensuring she receives the specialist care and assistance she needs both in the short-term and going forward.

"We know that news of this arrest will be welcomed within the city, but our enquiries are still at a relatively early stage with forensic and CCTV enquiries continuing.

"It's still really important that anyone with information that could assist our investigation still comes forward, by contacting us online or on 101 quoting reference number 5226365584."

The reported attack took place in Parade Gardens, located in the heart of Bath city centre. The triangular riverside plot sits between the River Avon and North Parade, around 250 yards east of Bath Abbey.

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