Rape and robbery at Padworth Common Nature Reserve: police seek witnesses
A man in his 20s was raped and robbed at Padworth Common Nature Reserve in West Berkshire on 9 July. Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage.
Assault at Padworth Common: appeal for witnesses and dash-cam footage
Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses following a rape and robbery at Padworth Common Nature Reserve in West Berkshire, itv.com reports.
The assault took place at around 6.30pm on Thursday 9 July in the car park of the nature reserve. A man in his 20s was attacked by an unknown male who stole £50 from the victim's pocket during the offence. The victim is being supported by specially trained officers.
The suspect has been described as a man who spoke with a local accent and was wearing white shoes. Officers are also keen to identify a red vehicle seen in the area at the time of the incident.
Detective Inspector Beverley Pearse, the lead investigating officer, said: "Detectives are investigating this report thoroughly and extensively. Since the rape was reported to us, we have been carrying out a number of enquiries to establish exactly what happened and identify the offender."
Pearse added that the public's help could prove critical: "I would like to hear from anyone who may have seen this incident or part of the incident as it unfolded. We are particularly keen to hear from motorists with dash-cam footage recorded in the area around the time of the offence, as this may assist our investigation."
Thames Valley Police confirmed an increased police presence will be maintained in the area over the coming days as enquiries continue.
Anyone with information, dash-cam footage or who witnessed any part of the incident is asked to contact Thames Valley Police.
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