Rochdale: Four boys aged between 12 and 14 arrested on suspicion of rape

rochdale: four boys aged between 12 and 14 arrested on suspicion of rape

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Four boys aged between 12 and 14 have been arrested on suspicion of rape in Rochdale.

The suspects, who are aged 12, 13, and two 14 year-olds, are in police custody.

Their arrests came after officers were called at about 6pm on Saturday to reports of a rape in Newbold, Greater Manchester Police said.

The victim is currently being supported by specialist officers.

A crime scene remains in place as officers continue their investigation, the force added.

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