An INVESTIGATION has been launched after a 14-year-old boy was raped in public toilets on Bournemouth Pier.
The toilets were closed after the incident, which occurred between 8.30 and 8.45 am on Saturday, May 7.
Dorset police received reports of the incident later that day.
A 51-year-old Bournemouth man has been arrested on suspicion of rape.
A full investigation is under way, led by CID detectives in Bournemouth, and specially trained staff continue to support the boy and his family.
CID Chiefs Detective Ross Graham of Bournemouth said: “We are doing everything we can to support the victim in this case and keep his family fully up to date.
“We are conducting a detailed investigation into this matter and our investigation is ongoing.
District Chief Inspector Darren Harris of the local border police area said: “We continue to work with the Border Council and other partner agencies to ensure that we have a strong visible presence on the coast and that these efforts will continue for the rest of the spring and summer.
“Police officers, community support police officers, Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS) staff and council staff can address the public with any concerns. Lifeguards and RNLI personnel can also be approached, with their beach towers serving as a safe place to deal with concerns or seek additional help.
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