UPDATED: Charge in Harrow rape investigation

Male charged after detectives investigate an allegation of rape in Harrow.

A male, believed aged 16, was arrested on Monday, 4 November on suspicion of rape, kidnap and two attempted robberies. He was charged on 5 November.

He is remanded in custody to appear at Willesden Magistrates Court today, Tuesday, 5 November.

This follows police being called at 23:45hrs on Saturday, 2 November to reports that a woman, aged in her 20s, had been raped on Church Hill, Harrow-on-the-Hill.

Detective Sergeant Phil Inman said: “We know this incident will cause much concern and anxiety in the area, especially for women and girls, and we would like to confirm that we are not seeking any other suspects in connection with this investigation.”