Arrest in racially-motivated rape investigation in Oldbury
A man was detained last night
Last updated 15th Sep 2025
Officers investigating a racially-motivated rape in Oldbury have arrested a man.
The man, in his 30s, was detained as part of enquiries into the assault in the Tame Road area on Tuesday morning. He remains in custody, on suspicion of rape.
The woman is continuing to receive support, as investigations continue.
Ch Supt Kim Madill, of Sandwell Police, said: "This is a significant development in the investigation and we want to thank the community for their continuing support.
"The investigation remains on-going and we would urge people not to speculate as we work to identify and trace all those who may have been involved."
Police are reminding people that legal proceedings are now active and are stressing the importance of allowing the judicial process to follow its course.
Anyone with information can contact officers, by calling 101, or via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111, quoting log 798 of the 9th September. There is also an online portal to pass on information here