Police investigate reports of rape near Truro Cathedral
Three teenagers have been arrested
Last updated 26th Oct 2022
Police are investigating reports of a rape in Truro.
The incident is reported to have taken place in the grounds of Truro Cathedral between 9.00pm and 10.00pm on Friday 21 October.
The victim, a teenage girl, is being supported by specialist officers.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of rape of a female aged 16 or over.
Two boys, aged 14 and 16 were arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting offences.
All three have been released on police bail until early November.
Officers closed off an area near to the cathedral whilst initial enquiries were carried out at the scene and a number of enquiries remain ongoing.
Officers continue to carry out additional high visibility patrols in the area.
Anyone who has information which may assist the investigation is asked to contact police on 101 quoting CR/097559/22