Manhunt under way after teenage girl, 16, raped in Dundee car park
A detective said the area was "busy" at the time of the attack and is appealing for anyone who saw or heard anything suspicious to come forward.
Monday 11 November 2024 17:05, UK
A manhunt has been launched after a 16-year-old girl was raped in a small Dundee car park.
The serious sexual assault happened between 1am and 1.30am on Sunday after the teenager was approached by a man in the Cowgate area.
A Police Scotland detective said the vicinity was "busy" at the time of the attack and is appealing for anyone who saw or heard anything suspicious to come forward.
Detective Inspector Graeme Wishart said: "We understand that incidents of this nature can cause concern for the local community but please be assured we are doing everything we can to identify whoever is responsible.
"A dedicated team of officers are working hard on this investigation, with CCTV footage being gathered from the surrounding area.
"Officers are also carrying out door-to-door enquiries, as well as speaking to local businesses.
"Specialist officers will continue to support the girl and her family as our investigation continues."
The suspect has been described as around 20-years-old, slim, and of average height. He was wearing a beige/khaki jacket, a black t-shirt, dark trousers and light brown boots.
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Officers are keen to speak to all those who were in the area at the time of the incident and may have walked past the car park.
Motorists with dashcams have been urged to check their footage and pass on anything of interest.
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DI Wishart added: "We understand the significant impact this will have on the local community and officers will remain in the area while enquiries are ongoing.
"Anyone with any information, or any concerns, can speak to them.
"I am confident that key information in this investigation lies within the local community and I know residents will want to help, so please get in touch."