Woman could be heard ‘in distress’
Three men have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into a reported rape in West Park in Hull. The incident happened in the early hours of Tuesday, September 9.
A spokesperson for Humberside Police said: “At around 5.20am, we received a call from a member of the public who reported that they could hear a woman in distress on West Park.
Thirty seconds later, we received a further call reporting that a woman had been raped by three men on West Park, before they allegedly fled the scene in a silver Volkswagen Golf.”
Leading the investigation, Detective Inspector Adrian Adamson said: “Over the course of the last three days, we’ve been carrying out extensive lines of enquiry, including reviewing CCTV footage in and around the area to identify the vehicle concerned. Following those enquiries, I can confirm two 26-year-old men, and a 27-year-old man have been arrested on suspicion of rape.
“All three men remain in police custody whilst officers continue with lines of enquiries. A 43-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of rape and has since been released without charge.
“A scene guard was put in place to allow our Crime Scene Investigation team to work efficiently. I can confirm this has since been removed.”
Detective Inspector Adamson added: “I know this incident will be extremely concerning for the local community; however, I hope the news of these arrests reassures the public that we have been and continue to treat this investigation as a priority. If anyone has any information, CCTV or dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident, that has not already spoken to the police, please contact us on our non-emergency number 101 quoting crime reference 25*126536.”
Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.