Police going house to house after alleged rape in Yate
A woman says she was attacked late on Sunday night (February 27)
A police investigation is underway after a woman reported being raped in Yate.
The incident allegedly happened in an area off Folly Bridge Close behind McColls and the Cranleigh Court Chapel overnight, between Sunday 27 and Monday 28 February.
The victim has told officers she was walking home after meeting a friend when two men attacked her and one of them raped her.
Yate Neighbourhood Sergeant Terry Murphy said: "We are doing everything we can to catch these men.
"You will see an increased police presence in Yate as officers carry out searches and house to house enquiries.
"We will also be carrying out targeted uniformed patrols and I'd encourage anyone with concerns to talk to us."
The men were wearing black clothing and black masks, while the man who carried out the sexual assault is said to be between 20 and 30 years old, about 5 foot, 5 inches tall and skinny.
The other man is said to be between 25 and 35, about 6ft tall and stocky.
The woman will be offered access to counselling and health services as well as support throughout the case.
Officers want to speak to anyone who was in the area of Folly Bridge Close and Cranleigh Court Road between 10.30pm and midnight on Sunday 27 February and saw anything which could help the investigation.
Detectives also want to hear from anyone with dashcam, CCTV or smart doorbell footage of the area at around that time, or who has any other information.
You can ring 101 and quote the reference number 5222048573.
Alternatively you can ring Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
If you’ve been a victim of sexual abuse, recent or non-recent, you don’t have to speak to the police. You can self-refer to The Bridge, a Sexual Assault Referral Centre available 24/7 365 days a year.
Visit their website at www.thebridgecanhelp.org.uk or call 0117 342 6999.
You can also visit www.thisisnotanexcuse.org for details of charities and organisations who are experts in supporting victims of sexual offences.