A 16-year-old girl was reportedly sexually assaulted near a busy road in Greater Manchester, prompting a police investigation in the area.
Authorities, including Tactical Aid officers, were observed searching the vicinity next to Rochdale Road in Harpurhey following the report of the incident.
The location near a shopping center and the former Bernard Manning’s Embassy Club has been cordoned off as part of the ongoing probe, with meticulous searches being conducted throughout the day.
The assault on the girl allegedly occurred on a Sunday afternoon, and she is currently receiving assistance from specialized officers.
Throughout Tuesday, several police vehicles were present at the scene, and certain pathways were closed off, according to the Manchester Evening News.
Residents in the area noted the police activity, with one man mentioning the tape going up in the morning without any visible incidents, while another woman remarked on returning from the shops to find the area cordoned off.
Greater Manchester Police later confirmed the investigation into the reported rape and appealed for anyone with relevant information to come forward.
A spokesperson for the police force stated that enquiries were ongoing in Harpurhey following a disclosure by the girl of the assault on Sunday afternoon, urging potential witnesses to contact the authorities.
If you have any information related to this incident, you are encouraged to reach out to the police via 101 or Live Chat at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 3639 of 22/06/26.
