Investigation After Rape In Bicester

26 May 2019, 07:10 | Updated: 26 May 2019, 07:11

Police Van Thames Valley

A rape investigation's started after a teenager was attacked in Bicester.

It happened early yesterday in an alleyway around Chapel Street.

Detectives say the woman who's in her late teens was targeted after leaving a pub on Sheep Street at around 2.50am.

Investigating officer, Detective Inspector James Senior, of Oxford police station, said: "We are appealing for witnesses to this incident to come forward and help us with our enquiries.

"This incident happened in an area where we believe others could have been nearby and heard or seen something. There is also a takeaway food van that was open at the time close to where this occurred.

"A team of detectives are investigating this incident and members of the public may see an increased police presence in the area. If anyone wishes to raise any issues please approach and speak to an officer."