A 27-year-old man has been charged with rape after a woman was “attacked in a popular park”.
The horrific incident took place between 9pm and 10pm at Sutton Lawn in Sutton-in-Ashfield on June 29.
Cops rushed to the scene where they supported the victim while a team of detectives carried out extensive enquiries.
Sheraz Malik, 27, of Bath Street in Sutton-in-Ashfield, has now been charged with three counts of rape and possession of cannabis.
He appeared at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday and was remanded in custody until 19 August.
Detective Inspector Nicole Milner, of Nottinghamshire Police, said:
“The victim continues to be supported by officers and has been informed about this important development in our investigation.
“We know the incident caused concern in the Sutton-in-Ashfield area so I hope this charge provides reassurance to the wider community.”
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