Boy, 13, arrested after woman is ‘raped' in park in Kent

A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the rape of a woman in Folkestone, Kent.

The teenager was among three people detained by detectives investigating the alleged incident in Payers Park on October 22.

The victim, in her 30s, told police she was attacked by a young man, who may have been a teenager, at around 11:30pm.

Detectives said a second man of a similar age was also present and the victim's handbag was stolen.

A 29-year-old man and a 13-year-old boy, both from Folkestone, were arrested on suspicion of rape.

A 23-year-old woman, also from Folkestone, was arrested on suspicion of theft.

All three have been released on bail.

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Kent Police want to speak to a man who helped the victim.

Detectives said following a review of available evidence they have identified a man who provided assistance to the woman before leaving the scene when medical crews arrived.

He was described as black, in his early 20s, and around 5ft 10ins with a medium build.

He is believed to have been wearing a green winter coat and had hair that was short around the sides and long on top.

Det Sgt Lewis Tompsett said: "There is no suggestion this man is in any way involved in the offence, but we know he helped the victim and therefore believe he may have important information that can help us progress with our inquiries.

"I would therefore encourage him to get in contact with us as soon as possible."