Men quizzed over alleged sex attack at student flats

RAPE detectives have questioned two more men over an alleged attack at student flats.

The men, both 18, were arrested in connection with the sex crime, reported to have happened at Knoll Court accommodation, near Manors Metro Station in Newcastle, last week.

Police were called to the block, on Melbourne Street, at around 3am on Friday, after a passer-by came to the aid of a distressed woman she found outside the building.

When officers arrived the 20-year-old woman told them she had been raped.

Two men, also 18, were initially held before the latest arrests were made, bringing the total number of suspects questioned to four. All have now been released under investigation.

Northumbria Police are appealing for information.

A spokesman for the force said: “An investigation into the rape is ongoing.

“The victim is currently receiving support from specialist officers in Northumbria Police’s Safeguarding Department.

“Extra officers have been in the area of Knoll Court carrying out enquiries into the rape and to reassure anyone who has any concerns.

Anyone with any information should call Northumbria Police on 101 quoting log 72 15/09/17, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.