Woman in her 20s ‘raped in broad daylight’ at popular London park as man, 21, is arrested
A YOUNG woman was allegedly raped at a popular park in broad daylight.
The victim, in her 20s, is said to have been attacked at King George’s Park in Wandsworth, London, at around 4pm on Monday.
A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape as police continue to investigate.
A spokesman for the Metropolitan Police said: “At approximately 4pm on Monday, November 4, police received a report of a sexual assault at an alleyway into King George’s Park.
“The victim, aged 20s, had been sexually assaulted by a male she met earlier.
“She is being supported by specialist officers. A crime scene remains in place.
“A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape. Enquiries are ongoing.”
King George’s Park stretches from Wandsworth to Earlsfield and is popular among families.
It contains a number of sports pitches, a bowling green and tennis courts.
Anyone with information has been urged to contact police via 101 quoting CAD7123/4NOV.