Police are hunting witnesses after a woman in her 20s was allegedly raped in Shirley in the early hours of Sunday.
Rape Reported Near Tattoo Studio
The shocking incident took place just before 1.30am behind Guys and Dolls Tattoo and Piercing Studio in Howards Grove, Shirley.
Three Key Witnesses Urgently Needed
Specialist officers are supporting the victim and are desperate to speak to three people who helped her immediately after the attack – one man and two women.
Man Arrested and Held in Custody
A 24-year-old southampton/" title="Southampton" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Southampton man has been arrested on suspicion of rape and remains in custody at this time.
If you were one of the three who came to the victim’s aid, or if you have information about the attack, contact police on 101 quoting reference 44180205609. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
