Girl, 14, ‘kidnapped and raped in park’ as two teens charged and third arrested
A TEENAGE girl was "kidnapped and raped in a park" as two teens have now been charged, with a third arrested.
The assault of the 14-year-old is alleged to have taken place at a recreation ground in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, on Friday.
A 14-year-old boy from Fordingbridge has now been charged with rape, threats to kill, and possession of a knife blade or sharp pointed article in a public place.
He has also been charged with kidnap/false imprisonment of a person with intent to commit a relevant sexual offence.
A second 14-year-old boy from Fordingbridge was charged with rape, threats to kill and kidnap.
Police had been called at 10.41pm on Friday, 17 January, to Fordingbridge Recreation Ground although the incident is suspected to have taken place earlier on in the evening.
The pair, who cannot be named for legal reasons, will appear at Southampton Youth Court this morning.
A 13-year-old boy from Romsey had also been arrested in connection with the incident but was released on conditional police bail, pending further enquiries.
The victim continues to be supported by specialist officers.
