Woman raped on Trans Pennine Trail in South Yorkshire
Summarised from 4 outlets · 8 reports · Updated 5 Nov, 16:15 · Archive
A woman was raped on the Trans Pennine Trail near Bolton-upon-Dearne on Wednesday afternoon.
A woman was raped on the Trans Pennine Trail between Mexborough Road and Harlington Road, near Bolton-upon-Dearne in South Yorkshire at about 14:50 on Wednesday afternoon. South Yorkshire Police have cordoned off the area to allow officers to gather forensic evidence.
The suspect is described as tall with a stocky build. He was wearing a dark jumper, black gloves and a black face covering and spoke with a southern accent.
Detective Inspector Helen Hughes said the victim was receiving care and support during the investigation. She said the news of the incident would cause concern in the local community and that officers were dedicated to finding those responsible.
'If you were in the local area at the time and saw something that didn't feel right, please contact us,' Hughes appealed. Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
The Trans Pennine Trail is a long-distance route for walkers and cyclists stretching around 370 miles across northern England. In South Yorkshire, the trail passes through Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster, following former railway lines, canal towpaths, parkland and countryside.
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How it is being reported
- Police exploring "previous reports of man behaving suspiciously on Trans Pennine Trail" in rape investigation"The victim has shown immeasurable strength and remembered some key details about the suspect”Rotherham Advertiser · 5 Nov, 16:48
- Police exploring "previous reports of man behaving suspiciously on Trans Pennine Trail" in rape investigation"The victim has shown immeasurable strength and remembered some key details about the suspect”Sheffield Star · 5 Nov, 16:46
- Images show police guarding Trans Pennine Trail rape crime scene as manhunt for alleged attacker gets underwayPolice are urging anyone with information to come forwardSheffield Star · 5 Nov, 16:00
- Images show police guarding Trans Pennine Trail rape crime scene as manhunt for alleged attacker gets underwayPolice are urging anyone with information to come forwardRotherham Advertiser · 5 Nov, 15:44
- Manhunt after woman raped on Trans Pennine TrailThe victim was attacked on the trail between Mexborough Road and Harlington Road, police say.BBC South Yorkshire · 5 Nov, 14:36
- Hunt for masked man in black gloves after woman raped on stretch of Trans Pennine TrailPolice searching for man with southern accent as hunt for rape suspect launchedRotherham Advertiser · 5 Nov, 12:03
- Hunt for masked man in black gloves after woman raped on South Yorkshire stretch of Trans Pennine TrailPolice searching for man with southern accent as hunt for rape suspect launchedDoncaster Free Press · 5 Nov, 12:03
- Hunt for masked man in black gloves after woman raped on South Yorkshire stretch of Trans Pennine TrailPolice searching for man with southern accent as hunt for rape suspect launchedSheffield Star · 5 Nov, 11:46
In this story: South Yorkshire Police · Trans Pennine Trail · Bolton-upon-Dearne · Mexborough Road · Harlington Road
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