The Met Police is hunting a “lone male” after a young girl was allegedly raped in a horrifying attack before school.
Scotland Yard detectives have launched an urgent investigation in Hillingdon, west London, after the alleged victim, who is under the age of 16, reported being raped in Hayes End Park at around 6.40am on Wednesday morning.
Writing on X last night, a spokesperson for the force said: “An urgent investigation, supported by specialists from across the Met, is under way following a rape this morning in Hayes End Park Further details below.
“Anyone with information, please call 101 ref 1814/23oct. To remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers.”
A spokesperson for the Met said the girl is being supported by specialist officers.
They said: “The suspect is a lone male. There has been no arrest at this early stage.
“Extensive enquiries remain ongoing.”
Local police officers are being supported by specialists from the Met and additional police officers will remain at the scene.
Scotland Yard has asked any witnesses to come forward, while promising a full appeal at some point on Thursday (October 24).