A 17-year-old girl was raped in a park in Ipswich last night, police have said.
The incident took place in Sherrington Road Park between 10pm and 10.10pm.
A Suffolk Constabulary spokesman said: “The investigation is at an early stage and the victim is being supported by specialist officers, who will be working with her today to obtain a fuller account of the incident.
“Police cordons around the park were lifted around 3.15pm.
Detectives are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Anyone who was in the area last night, or who has any information about the incident, is asked to contact the Ipswich Gemini Team on 101 quoting reference IW/15/2499, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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