Three men in early 20s arrested after woman sexually assaulted in park as cops step up patrols
COPS have arrested three men after a woman was allegedly sexual assaulted in a park.
Police launched an investigation after the incident at Sutton Lawn park in Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, between 9pm and 10pm on June 29.
Nottinghamshire Police says all the men arrested are in their 20s and have been released on conditional bail whilst investigations continue.
Two men, aged 23 and 24, were arrested on suspicion of rape, said the force.
Cops confirmed that a 21-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Patrols have been increased in the area and specially trained officers continue to support the victim.
Detective Sergeant Liam Cowan, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Specialist officers were immediately deployed to support the victim while detectives carried out inquiries to understand exactly what happened.
“These arrests are an important development in the investigation and the victim has been kept fully informed.
“We also understand the wider concern within the community following any incident of this nature.
“Neighbourhood officers will continue their patrols in the area to offer support when needed.
“Despite the arrests our investigation is ongoing and we would urge anyone with information, or relevant CCTV, doorbell, dashcam or mobile phone footage, to get in touch without delay.”
