Detectives investigating a report of rape in Bordon have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with the incident. The arrest follows a report received on Friday, September 27, in which a teenage girl stated she was raped by a male unknown to her in the Deadwater Valley area, situated between Branson Road, Maple Leaf Drive, and Chalet Hill.
Officers responded immediately, launching an investigation and supporting the girl and her family. The investigation is ongoing, with officers and specialist teams continuing their work in the area.
In the early hours of this morning, September 29, a local 21-year-old man from Bordon was arrested on suspicion of rape and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place. He remains in custody while investigations continue.
Previously, a 17-year-old boy from Bordon was also arrested on suspicion of rape and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place. He has since been released on bail as inquiries proceed.
T/Detective Superintendent Andrea Douglas, who is leading the investigation, acknowledged the concern this incident may have caused to the community. She assured residents that authorities are committed to a thorough investigation and emphasized that resources are being utilised to keep the community safe.
“Our Eastern Operation Amberstone unit, which specialises in rape and serious assault investigations, continues to work tirelessly to establish the circumstances of what happened,” said T/Detective Superintendent Douglas. The girl and her family are being supported by our specialist teams.
Detectives are appealing to the public for any information that may assist with the investigation. In particular, they are interested in hearing from anyone who was in the Deadwater Valley area between Branson Road, Maple Leaf Drive, and Chalet Hill between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. on Friday morning, who may have witnessed anything suspicious.
“Were you in the area? Did you witness any suspicious behaviour? Do you have any information which could help our investigation?” T/Detective Superintendent Douglas asked. If you have any information that could assist, no matter how small it may seem, please contact us.
Officers will continue with visible patrols in the area to provide reassurance to residents and address any concerns. Residents are encouraged to approach the patrolling officers with questions or concerns.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact police by calling 101 and quoting reference number 44240419627. Information can also be submitted online via Hampshire Police’s website.
Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting their website at Crimestoppers UK.
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