CAR PARK HORROR Young girl ‘raped’ in Morrisons car park as four boys aged 12 to 14 arrested

Cops have now issued a statement

A YOUNG girl has allegedly been raped in a Morrisons car park - with four boys aged 12 to 14 arrested.

Cops rushed to the supermarket in Rochdale at 6pm yesterday.

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The scene of the alleged attack in RochdaleCredit: MEN Media

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Cops are probing the alleged rape in a Morrisons car parkCredit: MEN Media

The area around the Morrisons branch has been cordoned off by officers probing the alleged rape.

Greater Manchester Police said: "At around 6pm on Saturday 10 February 2024, officers were called to reports of a rape in Newbold, Rochdale.

"Four boys aged 12, 13, 14, 14 have been arrested on suspicion of rape and remain in police custody.

"The victim is currently being supported by specialist officers.

"A scene remains in place as officers continue their investigation.

"If you or someone you know has been raped or sexually assaulted, we encourage you not to suffer in silence.

"Report it to the police, or a support agency so you can get the help and support available."

Officers confirmed the victim is a "female child".

How you can get help

Women's Aid has this advice for victims and their families:

• Always keep your phone nearby.
• Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.
• If you are in danger, call 999.
• Familiarise yourself with the Silent Solution, reporting abuse without speaking down the phone, instead dialing “55”.
• Always keep some money on you, including change for a pay phone or bus fare.
• If you suspect your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a lower-risk area of the house – for example, where there is a way out and access to a telephone.
• Avoid the kitchen and garage, where there are likely to be knives or other weapons. Avoid rooms where you might become trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space.

If you are a ­victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support ­service is open weekdays and weekends during the crisis – messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.

Women’s Aid provides a live chat service - available weekdays from 8am-6pm and weekends 10am-6pm.

You can also call the freephone 24-hour ­National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247.