Hunt launched after girl, 16, 'is approached by three men and raped' in Milton Keynes park

A hunt has been launched after a teenage girl was allegedly approached by three men in a Milton Keynes park and raped.

Police were called to Broughton Brook on Saturday evening following reports a 16-year-old had been attacked.

A black male, aged in his late teens or early twenties, is said to have approached the girl before assaulting her.

He was described as having his hair covered and wearing dark clothing. 

The suspect was allegedly accompanied by another black male and a white male.

Police have launched an investigation into the suspected rape and are 'carrying out a range of enquiries'.

Detective Constable Amy Banks, of Milton Keynes' Criminal Investigation Department, said: 'I appreciate that this incident will be concerning to the local community and want to assure you that we have been following every line of enquiry available.

'Officers have been on patrol in the area and will continue to carry out enquiries locally.

'We are in contact with the girl involved and she is being supported by specialist officers. 

'I urge anyone with information to please phone 101 or report it online. If you see patrolling officers please do feel free to come and speak to them with any questions, information or concerns you may have.'

Police say they would like to hear from anyone who was in the Broughton Brook area between 9.40pm and 10.45pm on Saturday evening and saw anything suspicious or anyone matching the description of the suspect.

Anyone with information has been asked to call 101 quoting reference 43260535969.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.