A teenage boy has been arrested after a 14-year-old girl was dragged into bushes and raped in broad daylight.

The victim was targeted as she walked on open land to the south of Westleigh Park in Leigh, Wigan, on Thursday afternoon.

She is being cared for by specialist officers.

Following an appeal for information, a 14-year-old boy was arrested on Saturday and is in custody being questioned.

Superintendent Mark Kenny said: ‘This has been a fast-paced investigation and as a result of our enquiries we have now made an arrest.

‘While people in the area will continue to see an increased police presence this evening and over the coming days, I would like to stress that we don’t consider there to be any wider threat to the public following this attack.

‘At this stage of our investigations, we are not seeking anyone further in connection with this incident.

‘However, I’d like to encourage anyone with information to still get in touch, if you have not done so already.

‘I would also like to thank those members of the public who have already come forward with information.

‘Our thoughts remain with the girl and her family as she continues to receive specialist care.’

The incident took place between 4pm and 5.30pm when the girl was approached by a male and pulled into bushes.

Anyone with information is urged to call police on 0161 856 7251 quoting incident 1033 of 23/04/21.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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