Detectives are urgently appealing for witnesses and information following the reported rape of a woman in Harrow on Saturday, November 2.
Officers responded to reports of an attack on Church Hill, Harrow-on-the-Hill, at approximately 11:45 p.m. The woman receives specialist support as part of the police’s ongoing efforts to aid her recovery.
A male suspect was arrested on November 4 in connection with the investigation and remains in custody while inquiries continue.
Detectives are keen to hear from anyone who may have been in the area during the time of the incident. Detective Sergeant Phil Inman said, “We know this will cause a lot of concern and anxiety in the area, especially as the attack took place near the High Street. I am asking residents and businesses to review any CCTV, doorbell, or dash cam footage taken between 10:00 p.m. and midnight in the areas surrounding St Mary’s Church, Churchfields Open Space, and Grove Open Space. Any information could be critical to our investigation.”
Local residents with information or concerns are encouraged to speak with officers in the area.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 101 and quoting CAD 8605/02Nov. Alternatively, anonymous reports can be made through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
