Man, 27, arrested after alleged rape in Ipswich park
A 27-year-old man has been arrested and bailed after a woman in her 20s reported being raped at Westbourne Park, off Bramford Lane, on Tuesday, 3 November.
Suffolk police are investigating the report and have appealed for witnesses, including anyone with relevant doorbell, dashcam or CCTV footage from the area at the time.
The details: The incident is reported to have happened at around 22:00 on Tuesday, 3 November, at Westbourne Park. Following enquiries, a man was arrested and taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre for questioning.
He has been bailed until Monday, 14 December, pending further enquiries.
Police said the parties are believed to be known to each other, and enquiries are continuing to establish the full circumstances of the incident. The victim is being supported by specialist officers.
What's next: Anyone with information, or relevant doorbell, dashcam or CCTV footage, is asked to contact Suffolk police, quoting reference 37/64826/26, via the force's website or by calling 101. Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The bottom line: The investigation into the reported rape at Westbourne Park continues, with police appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
Support available: Anyone affected by rape or sexual assault is encouraged not to suffer in silence and to report it to the police. Details of support services are available via Suffolk Constabulary's website.
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