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Man Arrested After Report of Rape in York City Centre
Police say the suspect remains in custody as officers seek witnesses, CCTV and dashcam footage for the forensic investigation.
North Yorkshire Police arrested a man in connection with a reported rape on Bar Lane in the Micklegate area of York around 10pm on Tuesday, June 16.
Officers established a cordon extending from Micklegate to the George Stephenson Building to allow forensic teams to examine the scene following the Tuesday evening incident.
Police are conducting extensive enquiries in the area as the victim receives specialist support throughout the investigation. Officers remained on-site through Wednesday, June 17.
Authorities urge witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward by contacting police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
The investigation into the Bar Lane incident remains active; officials request that anyone providing details quote reference number 12260111552 to assist ongoing enquiries.