Woman (19) raped on Trans Pennine Trail

The incident happened off Bradberry Balk Lane, Wombwell, at about 2am last Friday (22).

The unknown offender is described as white and possibly in his 20s.

PC Dan Morley, investigating, said: “This was an extremely concerning incident and the young woman involved has been left very distressed.

“She is being supported by specially trained officers and an investigation is underway to trace the suspect.

“As part of our enquiries we are eager to trace three individuals who we believe spoke to the victim near the Lidl store on Bradberry Balk Lane prior to this incident taking place.

“They are believed to be a woman and two men, who were walking two large dogs. I’d urge these individuals to get in touch as we believe they may greatly assist us with our enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting incident 627 of April 23.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously via crimestoppers-uk.org or 0800 555 111.