12-Year-Old Girl Assaulted in Leicestershire Park; Man Arrested Following Public Appeal

A 12-year-old girl was assaulted in Bluebell Park, Glen Parva, Leicestershire, on Tuesday afternoon, prompting a swift response from emergency services and a wave of concern across the local community.
“Following further enquiries, a 40-year-old man has been arrested this morning on suspicion of assault. He remains in custody.”

The force has encouraged anyone who has not yet come forward but has relevant information to contact them:

Call 101 quoting reference 25*218402
Online: http://leicspolice.link/nMuv5

They also urged social media users to avoid spreading speculation:

“We would also ask the local community to work with us by ensuring that only information which is known to be true is being shared, including on social media.
Thank you for your co-operation and understanding.”

Community Concerns

The incident has sparked widespread concern in the Glen Parva area, especially among parents and guardians of local schoolchildren. The proximity to Glenhills Primary School and reports of the suspect’s earlier presence in nearby streets have heightened fears, with calls for increased safety measures and patrols in the area.

Anyone with CCTV, dashcam, or eyewitness information is encouraged to contact Leicestershire Police as investigations continue.

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