12 year old girl raped in Dorchester school field
Two boys from Weymouth have been arrested
Police in Dorchester are investigating reports that a 12 year old girl has been raped in Dorchester.
Officers received reports at around 7.45pm on Sunday (18th May) that the victim has been attacked in the field outside Thomas Hardye School.
Two 14 year old boys from Weymouth have been arrested on suspicion of rape, and since been bailed as enquiries continue.
We're told the arrested boys had met the girl earlier in the day.
Dorset Police say there's an increased police presence in the area, while they continue investigations, with a cordon still in place there.
Neighbourhood Inspector Sam Goom, of Dorset Police, said: “We take reports of sexual offences very seriously and my colleagues have been carrying out extensive enquiries into the incident in recent days while supporting the victim.
“You will see an enhanced police presence around the playing fields as officers maximise their efforts to recover evidence, please do not be alarmed by this.
“Your local neighbourhood officers will also be in the places and spaces surrounding the investigation. We recognise that this incident will cause concern within the community and we would like to encourage everyone to please approach the officers if you have any queries or concerns.”