Man Arrested After Woman Falsely Imprisoned, Poisoned and Raped in Leominster
A shocking crime rocked Leominster as police launched an investigation into a serious incident where a woman was falsely imprisoned, poisoned, and raped. The terrifying ordeal unfolded at a property on South Street from the morning of Thursday, September 4, continuing into the early hours of the following day.
Details of the Arrest
The victim, a woman in her 50s, suffered a harrowing attack involving false imprisonment and rape. Police arrested a 50-year-old man on suspicion of rape, false imprisonment, and administering a poisonous or noxious substance with intent to cause harm. The suspect has since been released on bail while investigations carry on.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
West Mercia Police are urging anyone who saw anything suspicious on South Street between 9am and 10am on Thursday to step forward.
“I understand that incidents such as this will bring huge concern to the local community, and we would like to reassure people that we are conducting a detailed investigation and that additional officers will remain in the area.” – Detective Inspector Edward Jones
Even if you think your information is minor, police want to hear from you. Help them piece together what happened that morning to ensure justice is served.
