The incident happened over the weekend
A stock image of Castle Park(Image: PAUL GILLIS / Reach PLC)
A man has been arrested after a woman was raped at a park in the city centre of Bristol.
Emergency services were called to Castle Park around 10.30am yesterday (Sunday, March 15) after concerns for the wellbeing of a woman, who was taken to hospital.
The victim has been discharged to recover at home and is being supported by specially trained officers.
Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Keith Smith said: “I know how concerning this incident will be and our priority is making sure we provide the victim with all the support she needs.
“While these incidents are very rare, our serious sexual offences team Operation Bluestone are carrying out a full investigation into what happened to ensure we can take action.
“As part of this work, we would urge anyone who witnessed anything suspicious in Castle Park between 9.30am and 10.30am to come forward.”
The man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of rape, said police.
At the time of reporting he remains in police custody while police investigate the incident.
Avon and Somerset Police said: “We’re appealing for witnesses as part of our investigation into the rape of a woman in Castle Park in Bristol yesterday morning (15 March).
“A man has been arrested following the incident, which took place at about 10am.
“Emergency services were called to Castle Park at 10.32am after concerns were raised for the wellbeing of the victim who was taken to hospital.
“The victim has since been discharged to continue her recovery at home and she is being supported by specially trained officers.
“A man in his 30s was arrested yesterday afternoon on suspicion of rape and he remains in police custody while the police investigation continues.
“If you have any information that could help, please call 101, giving the call handler the reference number 5226071688.”