Man arrested on suspicion of rape in Newbury
The arrest comes after a reported rape where the alleged victim, a woman in her teens, was walking along the A4 London Road on Saturday night with the offender, who was known to her.
The rape was reported between 11:30pm on Saturday and 12:15am on Sunday.
Investigating Officer, Det Sgt Dave Turton, said: “This is believed to be an isolated incident in which the offender was known to the victim.
"It occurred in a public place and we are appealing for anyone who may have information to assist with our investigations to contact us.”
The 24-year-old has been bailed until May 22.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Det Sgt Dave Turton of Reading CID on the non-emergency number 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.