Two Fleetwood boys, 15, arrested on suspicion of rape as part of ongoing investigation

A dispersal order was put in place in the Memorial Park area between 8.30pm on Tuesday (April 4) and 1am on Wednesday (April 5).

It was put in place following a disturbance which involved a large group of youths.

The disturbance related to an investigation into an allegation of rape which was reported in July 2022, police said.

Two 15-year-old boys from Fleetwood were arrested on suspicion of rape as part of the ongoing investigation on Wednesday .

They remained in custody for questioning on Wednesday afternoon.

Det Chief Insp Lee Wilson, of Lancashire Police, said: “These are serious allegations and as part of the enquiry we have this morning made two arrests.

“I must make it clear that people must not seek to take the law into their own hands or speculate on social media or other platforms about the investigation as this could prejudice the outcome and deny the victim justice.

“Uniformed patrols have been increased in the area to prevent any repeat of last evening’s disturbances.

“Finally, I would like to thank those responsible members of the community for coming forward to police and providing welcome support and information to help with our investigation.