Man arrested on suspicion of rape in Bath
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An arrest has been made this evening in connection with a rape investigation in Bath.
A man, in his late-teens, was arrested on suspicion of the rape of a teenage girl in Parade Gardens late last night (Wednesday 11 November).
The girl is being supported and kept updated of the latest developments in our investigation.
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.”
If you can help, complete our online appeals form or call 101 and give the call handler the following reference number 5226365584.
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