Two Arrested After Woman Raped on Doncaster High Street
Two Arrested After Woman Raped in Doncaster

Police have made two arrests following reports that a woman was raped by two men on a town centre high street in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Officers were called to the incident on Bank Street in Mexborough at around 2:09 am on May 2.

Arrests and Bail

South Yorkshire Police launched an investigation and arrested two men the following day. A 48-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of rape, while a 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. Both suspects have since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Suspect Descriptions

One suspect is described as white, around 5ft 10ins tall, of average build and bald. The second is described as white, around 6ft tall and of slim build.

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Police Appeal

Detective Chief Inspector Susannah Wagstaff said: "We know that news of this incident will cause concern in our local communities but I want to reassure you that we have a team of detectives working hard to progress this investigation."

Officers are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Anyone who might have information about this incident is asked to contact police online or on 101, quoting incident number 85 of 2 May 2026.

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