Police investigate “rape of 17-year-old girl in Rubery forest”

Detectives have launched an investigation after a 17-year-old girl reported being raped in Rubery. The alleged assault occurred at around 12.45pm on July 4 in woodland near Gannow Green Lane.

Officers searching for a suspect have conducted CCTV and forensic searches in the area. Specialist officers are “assisting the girl,” police said.

West Midlands Police issued a statement this afternoon about the serious incident after BirminghamLive contacted police. Police confirmed to us that no arrests had been made.

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A police spokesman told BirminghamLive: “We are investigating after a 17-year-old girl was raped in woodland in Rubery. Officers are carrying out CCTV examinations, forensic searches and other enquiries to identify the suspect.”

“We will offer the girl specialist support while our investigation continues. If you can help, you should contact us via our live chat on our website – or call 101 – quoting reference 20/585097/24.”

Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously to the aid organisation Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.