Girl, 17, raped in woodland
INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED INTO ATTACK NEAR RIVER
AN investigation has been launched after a teenage girl was raped in woodland.
The 17-year-old was attacked near Cavendish Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, on Tuesday night.
She is now receiving specialist support. A wooded area close to the River Tame and Asda was taped off yesterday morning.
Witnesses reported seeing forensic officers at the scene. A spokesman for GMP confirmed an investigation was underway and appealed for anyone with information to come forward.
The force said in a statement: “Shortly after 10pm on Tuesday, November 6, police were called to reports that a teenager had been raped in a wooded area near Cavendish Street in Ashton-under-Lyne.
“Officers attended and are now providing specialist support to the 17-year-old girl.
“An investigation has been launched and enquiries are ongoing.”
Anyone with information is asked to call police on 0161 856 9353 or 101 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.