A woman in her 20s was raped in a seaside town centre during the early hours of the morning, police have said. Dorset Police have urged anyone with information to come forward after the victim was attacked in Weymouth, Dorset, between 2am and 2.30am on Thursday.
Officers were called to the scene on Clifton Place at 2.44am. The victim is being supported by specially-trained officers and an investigation into the incident is underway by detectives from Dorset County CID.
Detective Chief Inspector George Graham, of Dorset County CID, said: "Officers are supporting the victim in this matter and we are carrying out extensive enquiries into the incident.
"I am appealing to anyone who was in the area around the relevant time period who witnessed any suspicious activity to please contact us.
"I would also like to hear from any motorists who may have captured relevant dashcam footage, as well as residents with home CCTV or doorbell camera footage.
"There will be an increased police presence in the vicinity as we carry out enquiries and officers can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260090095. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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