14-year-old released on bail following allegation of serious sexual assault
A teenager who was arrested following an allegation of a serious sexual assault in Hadleigh has been released on bail.
The incident took place at some point between 6pm and 10.30pm on Friday, April 22, in an alleyway off Calais Street, near Morrisons Supermarket. The offence was reported to police on Saturday evening.
A 14-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the offence on Sunday, April 24, and taken to Martlesham Police Investigation Centre for questioning. He has subsequently been released on bail until Sunday, May 22, pending further enquiries.
The victim, a teenage girl, is being supported by specialist trained officers.
Detectives would like to hear from any witnesses who were in the vicinity during the times stated above, who may have witnessed suspicious activity.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Suffolk police quoting reference 37/24337/22 via
Website – www.suffolk.police.uk/contact-us/existing-report-update
Phone – Call 101.
Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their online form: www.crimestoppers-uk.org