A MAN was arrested on suspicion of rape after an alleged sex attack in Lawn Woods last night.

Police cordoned off the entrance to the park this morning and officers stopped dog walkers and joggers from entering.

Wiltshire Police have launched an investigation and a 32-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of rape.

UPDATE: Suspect released on conditional bail

This morning they assured people in a Facebook post there was no risk to the wider public.

The park remains closed.

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A spokesman for Wiltshire Police said: “We are investigating a serious sexual assault which is alleged to have happened in the area of Lawn Woods in Swindon overnight.

“A 32-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape and is currently in police custody.

“The victim is being supported and enquiries are currently ongoing.

“It’s believed the victim and suspect are known to each other.
“As part of our investigation we have cordoned off Lawn Woods and would ask members of the public to avoid the area at this time.”

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