Police in NI investigate rape of girl (14)

Police in Derry are investigating the rape of a 14-year-old girl in a playground.

Police in Derry are investigating the rape of a 14-year-old girl in a playground.

The attack took place at 10.30pm on Saturday as the girl was being escorted to her grandmother’s home by a male friend. The man was reportedly struck on the head and the girl was attacked as he lay on the ground.

A PSNI spokesman said the alleged attacker is in his 20s and of average height.

“He spoke with a strong local accent. He was wearing denim jeans and a hooded top with the hood pulled over his head.

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“The victim has been severely traumatised by what has happened to her and we appeal to anyone with information to contact us.”