A 19-year-old Bournemouth man was arrested, and subsequently released on police bail, following a report of a sexual assault at around 6.15pm on Friday 11 February at Redhill Park.

It was reported that the victim, an 18-year-old woman, was with a man who was known to her at the playpark when she was sexually assaulted by him.

Detective Constable Emma Jeffries, of Bournemouth CID, said: “We are continuing to carry out a detailed investigation into this matter and the victim is being supported by specially-trained officers.

“I am appealing for anyone with information that might assist our investigation to please come forward. I am particularly keen to speak to a woman who was seen to walk past the playpark at the time of this incident, as she may have important information that will assist our enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220024276. Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.