Police hunt for second man after reports two girls were raped in seaside town
Norfolk Police are investigating the alleged rape of two teenage girls in Great Yarmouth. A man in his 30s has been arrested in connection with the case, while authorities are searching for a second suspect. The police have increased their presence in the area to reassure the community and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
- ▪Police were called to South Beach Parade in Great Yarmouth at 12.37am on Saturday following reports of the rapes.
- ▪A man in his 30s was arrested in Northamptonshire on suspicion of rape and has since been released on bail.
- ▪The second suspect is described as a white man in his 30s or 40s with short dark hair and dark facial hair.
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