A WOMAN in her 30s was allegedly raped in a park in a late night attack.
Thames Valley Police has asked for any witnesses to come forward.
They said a woman in her thirties was raped by a man known to her in Beresford Park in Reading yesterday.
It occurred sometime between 1am and 1.30am.
Cops said: “The offender is described as mixed race, with a Romanian or Turkish accent, around 5ft 6ins tall, with short brown hair, and a short brown beard and moustache.
“He may have been wearing a grey tracksuit and had a silver bicycle with him.”
Detective Sergeant Yvonne Newman, of Berkshire West CID, said: “We understand this rape will cause concern but we do not believe there is any risk to the wider public.
“We are carrying out a thorough investigation and have put appropriate safeguards in place, including having extra police officers on patrol in Reading town centre last night and tonight.
“Please speak to a uniformed officer if you have any concerns.
“We also had a scene in place at Beresford Park but this now been stood down.
“Any witnesses or anyone with information should call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43250402375.
“Or if you do not wish to speak to the police but have information you can contact Crimestoppers who will take your report anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.”
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