Girl, 16, raped after being approached by group of three males in park
Girl, 16, raped after being approached by group of three males

A 16-year-old girl was raped in Broughton Brook, Milton Keynes, after being approached by three males on Saturday evening, police have said.

Thames Valley Police said the attack happened between 9.40pm and 10.45pm on Saturday, October 10. The group consisted of one white male and two black males, the force said.

The suspect is described as black, in his late teens or early 20s, with his hair covered and wearing dark clothing.

Investigation underway

Detectives have launched an investigation and said they have been carrying out a range of enquiries. Police are urging anyone who was in the Broughton Brook area during the time of the incident and saw anything suspicious, or anyone matching the description, to come forward.

The teenage girl is being supported by specialist officers, and officers are continuing enquiries in the local area.

Appeal for information

Detective Constable Amy Banks, of Milton Keynes’ Criminal Investigation Department, said: “I appreciate that this incident will be concerning to the local community and want to assure you that we have been following every line of enquiry available.

“Officers have been on patrol in the area and will continue to carry out enquiries locally. We are in contact with the girl involved and she is being supported by specialist officers.

“I urge anyone with information to please phone 101 or report it online. If you see patrolling officers please do feel free to come and speak to them with any questions, information or concerns you may have.”

Those with information should call 101 quoting reference 43260535969. Information can also be reported via the police website, or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 08000 555 111.