Police seek men after Bethnal Green park rape
A reward is offered for information regarding the attack on a 13-year-old girl in Weavers Fields.
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The Metropolitan Police have released CCTV images of two men they wish to identify following a rape investigation in Bethnal Green. A 13-year-old girl was attacked in Weavers Fields at around 23:30 BST on 1 August 2024. The victim told officers she had been led into the park by two men she had previously seen on Whitechapel Road. She was later discovered by a member of the public.
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Detective Chief Inspector Anna Deighton, who is leading the investigation, described the incident as an "awful attack" on a young girl who was "targeted and subjected to sexual violence". Two years after the event, police inquiries are continuing. Officers have reviewed CCTV footage, conducted forensic examinations, and spoken with potential witnesses. The force is urging anyone who recognises the men in the released CCTV images to come forward.
Crimestoppers, an independent charity, is offering a £10,000 reward for information that leads to the identification and apprehension of those responsible. The victim's family has shared that their daughter "continues to live in fear for her safety" and no longer feels comfortable being alone. They stated that the attack has taken away her ability to enjoy her teenage years and has had a "devastating" impact on the family.
The family has appealed to the public for any information, no matter how small, that could help provide answers and move closer to achieving justice. The Met Police are asking anyone with information to contact them directly or to report details anonymously through Crimestoppers.
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+What happened in Weavers Fields?
A 13-year-old girl was raped in Weavers Fields, Bethnal Green, at approximately 23:30 BST on 1 August 2024. She reported being led into the park by two men she had seen earlier on Whitechapel Road. A member of the public later found her.
+What is the police doing about the attack?
The Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident and have released CCTV images of two men they want to identify. They have reviewed footage, conducted forensic examinations, and spoken to witnesses. Detective Chief Inspector Anna Deighton is leading the inquiry.
+Is there a reward for information?
Yes, the independent charity Crimestoppers is offering a £10,000 reward for information that leads to the identification and apprehension of the individuals responsible for the attack.
+How has the victim been affected?
The victim's family has stated that the 13-year-old girl continues to live in fear and no longer feels comfortable being alone. They described the impact as devastating, affecting her ability to enjoy her teenage years and look forward to the future.
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