Man, 18, arrested in Lowestoft rape probe after woman 'sexually assaulted' in alleyway

Man, 18, arrested in Lowestoft rape probe after woman 'sexually assaulted' in alleywayA police scene is currently in place after the incident was reported in the early hours of Easter SundayNewsKirstie McCrum15:50, 05 Apr 2026View ImageThe man allegedly led the woman into an alleyway near to the junction of Arnold StreetA woman was allegedly raped in an alleyway in Suffolk in the early hours of this morning (Sunday). Police have arrested an 18-year-old man following reports that a woman was sexually assaulted in Lowestoft.‌Suffolk Police said a woman, aged in her 20s, entered a taxi along with her friend at the Blues pub. An unknown man also reportedly entered the car, which drove to The Volunteer pub on London Road North.‌It's been reported that the woman and the man both got out of the taxi and walked towards Milton Road East, where the man then led the woman into an alleyway near to the junction of Arnold Street shortly after midnight. It's been alleged that he sexually assaulted her, then ran off down London Road North, and turned into Gordon Road.‌Suffolk Police confirmed that "the victim is being assisted by specialist officers".In a statement, Suffolk Police said: "Police have today arrested an 18-year-old man from Lowestoft on suspicion of rape. He has been taken to Great Yarmouth Police investigation Centre where he will be questioned.Article continues below"A police scene is currently in place and the local community can expect to see an increased police presence in and around the area. Witnesses or anyone who may have any relevant doorbell, dashcam, or CCTV footage from around the time of the incident should contact Suffolk police quoting 37/19054/26 via: Website – https://www.suffolk.police.uk/tell-us; Phone – Call 101; Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111."