Warwick man arrested after suspected rape near Leamington McDonald's

By James Smith

4th Jan 2024 | Local News

The woman was reportedly raped in the Ford Fields close to McDonalds on Queensway (image via google.maps)
The woman was reportedly raped in the Ford Fields close to McDonalds on Queensway (image via google.maps)

A 29-year-old man from Warwick has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an incident in Leamington Spa yesterday (January 3).

Warwickshire Police is appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 20's was reportedly raped between 9pm and 9.30pm in the Ford Fields close to McDonald's on Queensway.

Detective Chief Inspector David Andrews, who is currently leading the investigation, said: "We are supporting the victim - a woman in her 20s - after this incident, which we recognise will be of great concern to the local community.

"I'd like to reassure them a full investigation has begun and a 29-year-old man was arrested a short time after the incident was reported.

"He remains in police custody at this time.

"The public can expect to see a heightened police presence in and around the Queensway and Ford Fields areas of the town over the coming days while officers continue to conduct their enquiries.

"I would urge anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that could help with our ongoing investigation to speak with our officers or get in touch with the force.

"Any information you may have could really help."

Anyone with information can report it online, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting incident numbers 354 of 3 January.

     

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