Teen arrested in connection with rape of 17-year-old girl

A 16-year-old has been arrested following the alleged attack in Greenock on Friday.

Teen arrested in connection with rape of 17-year-old girl in Greenock

Police are investigating the rape of a 17-year-old girl in Greenock.

The alleged attack happened in the Belville Street area of the town on Friday, May 12.

A 16-year-old male has been arrested in connection with the incident.

He has since been released pending further enquiries as the investigation continues.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “On Saturday, 13 May, police received a report of a serious sexual assault on a 17-year-old girl in Greenock that allegedly took place on Friday, May 12, 2023.

“A 16-year-old male youth was arrested in connection with this alleged incident.

“He has been released pending further enquiries and the investigation is continuing.”

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