Woman, 18, reportedly raped at Sheffield’s Endcliffe Park during night of chaos

Detectives are appealing for the public's help following a report of rape in Sheffield’s Endcliffe Park.
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Shortly after midnight today (31 March), police received a report that an 18-year-old woman had been raped in a car parked at Endcliffe Park at around 11.30pm.

It is reported that the incident occurred in a silver or grey Mercedes which had been parked in one of the spaces at the entrance to the park.

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Afterwards, the suspect left the scene in the car in the direction of Hunter's Bar roundabout.

Crowds in Endcliffe ParkCrowds in Endcliffe Park
Crowds in Endcliffe Park

The suspect is described as Asian, in his 20s, wearing a white T-shirt and black joggers or jeans.

Superintendent Simon Verrall said: “We know the community is already concerned about the events that unfolded in Endcliffe Park last night and this incident is particularly upsetting.

“Patrols are in place in the park throughout today, into the evening and in the coming days as we head into the Easter bank holiday weekend.

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"We are working hard with our partners to address the wider issues we have seen and if anybody has any concerns, please do not hesitate to approach one of our officers.

Huge crowds in Endcliffe Park - Credit: Alan ShirleyHuge crowds in Endcliffe Park - Credit: Alan Shirley
Huge crowds in Endcliffe Park - Credit: Alan Shirley

"They are there to make you feel safe and to help people to enjoy Sheffield’s outdoor spaces appropriately and safely.”

The park was busy for most of yesterday as people celebrated the warm weather and the lifting of strict coronavirus restrictions that had been in place for months.

Anyone with information is asked to call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 13 of 31 March.

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