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Ellen Kirwin

Girl raped during daylight attack in park

A girl was raped in an attack which took place in daylight at a Wigan park.

Police are investigating after the girl, whose age has not been released, was raped at Haigh Park, in Wigan, at around 4pm on Saturday, May 29.

Officers say the incident happened in a wooden area near the plantation of the park.

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A 16-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of arrange or facilitation of a child sexual offence and has since been released under investigation.

Police are now appealing for anyone who may have information to come forward.

Detective Inspector Zoe Nightingale, of GMP's Wigan Division said: "This is a shocking incident and we are determined to find the individual responsible.

"These investigations are often incredibly complex and take time to establish the full details.

"We appreciate that some time has passed since this assault happened but we are treating this incident is isolated and we are hopeful there are people who may have been in the area at the time and have information that could greatly assist our investigation.

"It is crucial that anyone who may have information or witnessed the incident gets in contact with police.

"Anyone with information, regardless of how insignificant you feel it may be, should contact police on 0161 856 7252 quoting incident 2098 of 18/06/21.

"Details can be passed on anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

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