14-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of raping girl in Leigh has been bailed

Police say there's no wider threat to the public

Author: Dan DaviesPublished 25th Apr 2021
Last updated 25th Apr 2021

A 14-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of raping a 14-year-old girl in Wigan has been bailed.

Between 4pm and 5.30pm on Thursday 22 April 2021 the girl, aged 14, was walking on open land to the south of Westleigh Park, Leigh, when she was approached by a male.

The male pulled her into some bushes before raping her.

A team of detectives continues to progress the investigation and an increased police presence will remain in the Westleigh Park area over the coming days.

There is not believed to be any wider threat to the public.

Anyone with information should police on 0161 856 7251 quoting incident 1033 of 23/04/21. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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