Police appeal after reported rape in Milton Keynes

Police are appealing for witnesses following a reported rape in the Broughton area of Milton Keynes.

Between around 6pm and 6.30pm on Monday (8/9), the victim, who was a woman aged in her thirties, 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 under way.

Detective Inspector Rachel Wheaton, of Milton Keynes CID, lead the appeals by Thames Valley Police.

DI Wheaton said, “The victim is being supported by specially trained officers, and we have launched an investigation.

“This incident has 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.”