Police investigating following rape in Taunton

Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for the public’s help after a rape in Taunton on Wednesday 6 December.

Officers were called to Hamilton Park shortly before 21:15 and a police cordon was in place to allow forensic examinations to take place. This was removed yesterday (Thursday 7 December).

Avon and Somerset Police said:

“Our investigation is being led by Bluestone, our specialist rape and sexual offences investigations team, and this work is ongoing.

House to house enquiries have been made and CCTV footage is being examined. This is being treated as an isolated incident.

Specially trained officers are supporting the victim.

If you saw anything in the area at the time, or have any footage which may help our investigation, call 101 and quote reference 5223298282.”