15-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of rape in Grays

The victim is being supported by specially-trained officers

A 15-year-old boy from Grays has been arrested on suspicion of rape.

Essex Police responded to a number of calls reporting a disturbance in Chestnut Avenue at around 10pm on Saturday 4, September.

Officers found a large number of teenagers had been fighting in the street following a house party.

Once the group was dispersed, it was reported that a teenage girl who is believed to have attended the party may have been sexually assaulted.

She is currently being supported by specially-trained officers.

The boy has been released on bail until Thursday, 30 September.

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