Manhunt launched after teenager raped at bus stop in Cromer before town went on lockdown
A TEENAGER was raped in the seaside resort of Cromer, Norfolk, just before the town went into lockdown.
A cordon has been set up around the scene while an investigation is carried out
Police are appealing for information after a teenage girl told police she was raped in the town in Norfolk.
The attack took place late on Friday night, at about 11.30pm.
Tne teenager said two men sexually assaulted her at a bus stop in Cadogan Road.
She is now being supported by specially trained officers.
A cordon has been set up around the scene while an investigation is carried out.
Norfolk police said: “Officers are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area around the time of the incident and may have information relevant to the enquiry.
“Anyone with information should call police on 101.”
Police are appealing for information after a teenage girl claims she was raped
Police were drafted in on Saturday night to disperse groups who were causing havoc in the town.
Extra officers were deployed to Cromer "following reports of low-level disorder”.
Officers are keen to hear from anyone who was in the area
Superintendent Malcolm Cooke said: “We are experienced in policing high season demand, normally seen in the county at this time of year.
“There will always be incidents where the police can engage with the local community and visitors to ensure a safe environment for all.
"Yesterday, police identified a slight increase of low-level anti-social behaviour and reports of crimes in the area so have pro-actively adjusted our resourcing levels in order to deal with this.
The alleged attack took place late on Friday night, around 11.30pm
“We will continue to have a police presence in the area today to provide reassurance to local residents, businesses and holiday makers.
“Local businesses were made aware of a small number of incidents dealt with by officers but no official police direction was given that businesses should close. Any decisions to close would be down to local businesses.
“We acknowledge there have been a number of incidents in Cromer over the weekend which will understandably cause concern.
The teenager claims she was raped by two men at a bus stop in Cadogan Road
“However, I can assure residents these incidents have been dealt with appropriately and are of a nature routinely dealt with in towns such as Cromer on a busy August weekend.
“Should you have any ongoing concerns about incidents you’ve experienced, please contact us on 101.”