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PARK HORROR

Woman, 25, ‘raped’ in London park during early hours of morning as man, 31, held by cops

A WOMAN was allegedly raped in a London park during the early hours of the morning - and a 31-year-old man has been arrested by cops.

Police rushed to the scene in Burgess Park at 5.23am on Saturday morning after reports that a woman had been sexually assaulted.

Cops have arrested a man, 31, after reports that a 25-year-old woman was raped
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Cops have arrested a man, 31, after reports that a 25-year-old woman was raped
Forensic officers were at the scene of the crime with police cordons put up
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Forensic officers were at the scene of the crime with police cordons put upCredit: © Jeff Moore

Cops arrested a 31-year-old man on suspicion of rape and robbery, reports

The woman, 25, was taken to hospital for assessment and is now being supported by specialist officers.

A crime scene is in place at the South London park following the early morning attack.

Forensics officers with a canine unit were spotted at the scene while it was guarded by cops.

The man was reported to have remained in police custody on Saturday evening.

The crime scene is in place around a path in Burgess Park near St Georges Way, SE15.

A Metropolitan Police spokesperson urged anyone with any information to get in contact by calling 101 with the reference 1448/25SEP.

Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.