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Manhunt after teenage boy, 17, reportedly raped in Canterbury’s Dane John Gardens toilet

By: Brad Harper bharper@thekmgroup.co.uk

Published: 13:12, 11 March 2024

Updated: 14:44, 11 March 2024

Police are hunting a suspect after a 17-year-old boy was reportedly raped inside a park’s public toilet.

Detectives have released an e-fit image following the alleged attack in Dane John Gardens, near Canterbury’s city centre.

An e-fit has been released by detectives investigating reports of a rape in Dane John Gardens, Canterbury. Picture: Kent Police

Police say the perpetrator spoke to the teenager inside the park before raping him.

A report was later made to the force and, following further enquiries, officers believe the incident took place between 5pm and 6pm on Monday, February 5.

A police spokesman said: “The suspect is described as white, around 6ft tall, in his late 30s and was wearing a dark hooded top and grey-blue jogging bottoms.”

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Police are investigating reports a teenager was raped in the public toilets at Dane John Gardens in Canterbury

Anyone who recognises the man, or who has any information, is urged to call police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/22316/24.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.

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