Police are appealing for witnesses following a reported rape in Broughton.
Between around 6pm and 6.30pm on Monday (September 8), the victim, a woman aged in her 30s, was found by a member of the public in a wooded area near to Kemsley Crescent allotments in Broughton Park, reporting that she had been raped.
No arrests have been made, and a full investigation is underway.
“The victim is being supported by specially trained officers, and we have launched an investigation,” said Detective Inspector Rachel Wheaton, of Milton Keynes CID.
“This incident occurred early in the evening on Monday, and I am appealing to anybody who witnessed any suspicious activity, or believes that they have any information that may assist this investigation to please get in touch with Thames Valley Police.
“At this stage, we have been unable to obtain a description of the offender from any witnesses or the victim, and so we are urgently appealing for anybody who has any information to contact us.
“I fully understand the concern incidents such as this will have in our local community, and I would like to reassure the public that we are investigating this incident as a priority.
“There is an increased police presence in the area, including reassurance patrols.
“I would urge you to please speak to an officer if you have any concerns, or have any information.
“You can also make a report online via our website or by calling 101, quoting reference 43250460523, or to report anonymously, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
