Detectives are investigating a rape in Christchurch and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
Dorset Police received a report at 8.32am on Friday 21 October 2022 that a woman had been raped by a man, who she had met earlier, in the early hours of that morning in the underpass in Saxon Square in Christchurch.
Detectives have launched a full investigation into this incident and a cordon has been put in place at the location.
The victim is being supported by specially-trained officers.
Detective Inspector Shaun Inkpen, of Dorset Police, said: “I am appealing for any witnesses to the incident or anyone with information about the person responsible to please come forward.
“I would also like to hear from anyone who may have relevant home CCTV or dashcam footage.”
There will be an increased police presence in the vicinity and officers can be approached by members of the public with any information or concerns.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/contact or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220171411. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
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