What happened: Officers encountered the victim at 3:50am on Sunday, 1 September, while on patrol in the town centre. The woman reported being assaulted by two men in St Stephen's Church Lane.
Police immediately began searching for the suspects after receiving the report
Two men were subsequently arrested and taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre
The suspects remain in custody for questioning
What's next: The victim is receiving support from specialist trained officers as the investigation continues.
How to help: Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Safeguarding Investigating Unit on 101, quoting reference 49681/24.
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